Italian Wine Scholar Unit 1 Online - Educator-led Format

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The package includes:

The IWS Unit 1 study guide, access to interactive e-learning modules, access to the recorded class sessions for one year, as well as registration for the IWS Unit 1 online exam-sit.


Note: Unit 1 & 2 can be taken in any order.

Detail of the package:

IWS Unit 1 study guide

  • A 312-page, full-color study guide on the wines of Northern Italy
  • The most current and comprehensive resource on the wines of Northern Italy
  • guide doubles as a reference book for wine professionals

Professional instructor support with acclaimed wine educator and Italian Programs Director Andrea Eby

Program's features and benefits:

  • A schedule of study with learning objectives for each region
  • 14 recorded webinars for on-demand viewing
  • Live Program Kick-Off and Q&A session, offered each month with your instructor
  • Interactive e-learning modules with loads of illustrations and full audio narration for each region
  • Online quizzes and learning games for self-evaluation
  • A list of recommended wines to sample on your own or in a tasting group organized by students enrolled in the online program
  • Instructor Q&A forum for assistance as well as Student Community forums
  • Downloadable maps
  • Access to repeat-after-me pronunciation exercise
  • Study materials are available 24/7 and registration is for one full year

Registration for the IWS Unit 1 online exam-sit

  • The exam is composed of 100 multiple-choice questions and must be completed in 60 minutes.
  • To become an Italian Wine Scholar and receive the IWS credential candidates need to pass the exams for Unit 1 and Unit 2 with a composite score of 75%
  • The scores from both exams are added together and averaged for final assessment.
  • Students with a composite score of 85-90.5 pass with HONORS. Candidates scoring 91-100 pass with HIGHEST HONORS.
  • Online exam candidates must have a computer (tablet not compatible), a good internet connection, a webcam and a microphone with speakers for proctoring purposes.
Customer Reviews
5 1 5
Sep 2, 2025
Excellent method to study
5 1 5
Jul 19, 2025
Fantastic program! Especially the updated versions are really well done! Enjoyed it and will take more courses
5 1 5
Jun 15, 2025
For a wine lover and lifetime learner like myself Italian Wine Scholar courses both in-class (unit 2) and online (unit 1) were a great joy. Tasting the wines of hundreds of indigenous Italian grape varieties and studying through great textbooks and online videos was a great pleasure.
5 1 4
Jun 6, 2025
I so enjoyed Italian Wine Scholar. The materials are comprehensive complete with indispensable pronunciation guides. A fantastic wine journey through the regions of Italy which I will revisit for years to come hopefully in person !!
5 1 5
Apr 2, 2025
The Italian Wine Scholar Course is an holistic interesting exploration of the unique wine regions in Italy. It is a challenging and rewarding certification! The manual is a great reference resource during the course and afterwards and their on-line training modules effectively guide you through the expected material to learn. Highly recommended!
5 1 4
Mar 31, 2025
I am working on Italian 2 now and am still studying Italian one as they are great together. I still feel strongly motivated to continue to improve my knowledge of part one to add to part two so I take away the whole of Italy. I dont want to dismiss part one for having moved on.
5 1 4
Mar 25, 2025
The IWS program is comprehensive and coherent. The information is presented in an engaging style with interesting asides on history and culture. My understanding of Italian wines was good but I now feel more knowledgeable and even more curious.
5 1 5
Dec 16, 2024
As a wine professional and teacher I found the WSG program extremely relevant. The content was complete and engaging. The teaching methods are professional and interesting. The teachers are very well informed knowledgeable and enjoyable to listen to. I feel that Ive been given an opportunity to fully understand the complicated world of Italian wine. The process of preparing for and sitting for the first exam has been rewarding and helpful to my career.
5 1 4
Dec 5, 2024
A deep dive into Northern Italy- I love having such a complete overview of the country!
5 1 4
Aug 30, 2024
In case you dont have the chance to participate in classroom teaching distance learning is an excellent way to enhance your wine knowledge in Italian wines.
5 1 5
Aug 28, 2024
This excellent course gives students a wealth of information and clarifies the complicated nature of north Italian appellations. Information is clearly presented and summarised.
5 1 5
Aug 25, 2024
I enjoyed a lot the programme. I think that it is great to have different kinds of learning materials (videos book tests and flash cards). It was very very useful and efficient so I succeeded the exam with the first attempt
5 1 5
Aug 24, 2024
Following my WSET 3 certification I felt like I needed an even deeper dive on Italy. The IWS Unit 1 program was incredibly helpful and provided me with a thorough understanding of the Northern Italian wine region. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to learn more about Italian wine.
5 1 4
Aug 10, 2024
An excellent program for helping an amateur wine enthusiast learn about and appreciate Italian wines.
5 1 5
Aug 10, 2024
I went into the program thinking I knew a lot about the subject of northern Italian wines but I found that I had many gaps in my knowledge and I benefited greatly from this course.
5 1 5
Jun 29, 2024
If you have studied wine but want to build a more holistic understanding of Italy then this course is fantastic in expanding your knowledge beyond the what and how to the where.
5 1 5
Jun 24, 2024
I loved the material I was given to study and I loved how it was all at your own pace. Very happy with this course.
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