Professional training for beginners and industry specialists
AccademiaVino is Italy’s dedicated school for professional education in wine, spirits and beer, designed both for industry professionals and for enthusiasts who want to build solid, structured knowledge.
Our courses follow a clear, practical and internationally recognised approach that helps students understand, evaluate and communicate the world of beverage with confidence, accuracy and professionalism.
From day one, AccademiaVino has distinguished itself through the quality of its teaching, the expertise of its educators, and a progressive learning pathway that guides students from introductory levels to advanced professional qualifications.
Italy’s first WSET school — and WSET Educator of the Year
AccademiaVino was the first Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Approved Programme Provider in Italy, and remains today the country’s leading centre for WSET qualifications, offering the widest range of courses available nationwide.
Our longstanding commitment to excellence has earned international recognition:
in 2020, AccademiaVino was awarded the prestigious WSET Educator of the Year for 2019, one of the highest honours in global drinks education.
All WSET courses are delivered by officially accredited WSET educators, taught primarily in English, the global language of the wine and spirits industry. The only exception is the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, which is also available in Italian.
The WSET methodology: structured learning and professional tasting skills
At the heart of WSET education is the Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT), a rigorous and internationally adopted method that trains students to analyse wines, beers and spirits with clarity and consistency.
This framework develops the ability to describe aromas, flavours and structure precisely, building the sensory and communication skills needed for professional work.
Each course blends solid theory, guided tastings and interactive discussion, supported by official study materials and internationally benchmarked assessments.
WSET wine qualifications
We offer the full range of WSET wine qualifications, recognised globally:
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Level 1 Award in Wines – A welcoming introduction to key styles, service and pairing.
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Level 2 Award in Wines – A comprehensive intermediate course exploring varietals, regions and styles (in English and Italian).
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Level 3 Award in Wines – An advanced qualification covering viticulture, winemaking and comparative tasting.
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Level 4 Diploma in Wines – WSET’s highest-level certification, designed for aspiring experts and senior professionals.
WSET spirits qualifications
Perfect for hospitality specialists, bartenders and spirits enthusiasts, all spirits courses are taught exclusively in English:
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Level 1 Award in Spirits – Introduction to core spirit types and tasting.
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Level 2 Award in Spirits – Detailed study of ingredients, distillation and global categories.
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Level 3 Award in Spirits – Comprehensive advanced study for serious professionals.
WSET beer qualifications
Launched globally in 2024, WSET beer qualifications bring structured, international-level training to the beer world.
Through AccademiaBirra, AccademiaVino was among the first Italian schools to introduce them. Courses are offered in English:
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Level 1 Award in Beer – An accessible introduction to beer styles and tasting.
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Level 2 Award in Beer – An intermediate exploration of brewing ingredients, processes and sensory analysis.
Why study with AccademiaVino
Choosing AccademiaVino means joining a community of students, educators and professionals committed to serious, high-quality training.
Our courses are available both in person and online, with flexible schedules suitable for working professionals.
From this page you can access:
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official WSET study materials,
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SAT (Systematic Approach to Tasting) sheets,
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downloadable WSET Specifications,
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and direct booking for upcoming WSET courses.
Whether you are beginning your journey or advancing your career, AccademiaVino is where passion meets expertise — in English, at the highest international standard, and recognised worldwide.