Moon restaurant and Bacchus Vinhus collaborate on MOON VINSKOLE
WSET wine classes level 1 & 2 in wines
Who is WSET:
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is a global awarding body devoted to the development and delivery of qualifications and courses in wines and spirits (WSET Global, 2022)
WSET qualifications are available through a network of over 800 Approved Programme Providers (APPs) working in over 70 countries and in 15 languages (WSET Global, 2022), Moon Vinskole is one of these Approved Program Providers, delivers its courses in English and is located in Bergen, Norway.
Why study WSET level 1 in wines:
The qualification is intended as a beginner level introduction to wine (WSET Global 2022). For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin. Find out if this course is right for you. (WSET Global 2022)
Who is WSET level 1 in wines designed for:
- for those starting a wine career
- for people pursuing an interest in wine, personal or professional
Why study WSET level 2 in wines:
This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence (WSET Global 2022)
Who is WSET level 2 in wines designed for:
- enthusiastic wine beginners wanting more in depth knowledge
- wine lovers who want to gain a standardized approach to tasting and comparing wine styles and quality
- industry professionals wishing to add value to their labour by learning in-demand skills
- industry managers who want to add value to their workforce by supplying them with in-demand skills
- business owners/ managers who want to offer extracurricular activities to their team
The educator:
Nicolas Selukov, sommelier and co-founder at Moon is the registered educator for Moon Vinskole: "I've always been interested in wines, but first started to get a professional interest in the product during my first internship at the Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore in 2013, fresh out of high school. As my career progressed I made active decisions to become more involved in wines, firstly by becoming an apprentice sommelier at Champeaux for Ducasse in Paris, then by becoming a certified one thanks to WSET level 3 in Wines (which I passed in fall 2019 in Paris) and now by spreading my enthusiasm through Moon Restaurant and Moon Vinskole. With Moon Vinskole my goal is to spread knowledge and enthusiasm and to give people the means to enjoy wine to the fullest, but I also believe that spreading knowledge will directly contribute to raising the quality of wines around the globe, in turn benefiting all of us".
Themed wine classes: OLD VINTAGES๏ปฟ
Too few have had the opportunity to taste wines from days long gone by. In this themed wine class we will open bottles from before the year 2000 for your curiosity and pleasure.
Course calendar for themed wine classes:
Second Sunday of every month:
- 9th of February/ 9th of March/ 13th of April/ 11th of May/ 8th of June/ 13th of July
These classes are 2 hours long from 3pm to 5pm. They cost 800kr/ guest.
To register for one of our themed wine classes simply send an email to moonvinskole@gmail.com with the following information: name and number of participants, preffered date
WSET level 1 in wines:
Purpose of the training:
The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. It is designed to provide a sound but simple introduction to wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, for example people who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors (WSET Global, 2022)
The Course:
The WSET level 1 in wines takes place over the course of a single day and includes tasting of wines from different style. The course will allow the student to understand the main steps in grape growing and wine making and the main characteristics of key varieties. For industry professionals, the course will put the student in a position to accurately answer customer queries
๐พ WSET level 1 in wines
๐พ 3,000kr / student
๐ทno required pre study hours
๐ท6 in-person class hours in the restaurant (over a single day)
๐ทmultiple choice exam, in English
๐ท price includes study pack (with textbooks), in person classes, exam and certificate upon pass
๐พ Tasting of 6 wines
๐พ Course and examination in English
๐พ Up to 10 students at a time
WSET level 2 in Wines:๏ปฟ
Purpose of the training:
To identify, describe and compare wine styles based on main local and international grape varieties, to read and understand labels from the main wine regions of the world and to provide counsel with regards to choosing and serving wine (WSET global, 2022)
The course:
The WSET level 2 in wines takes place during 4 days and includes tasting of wines from around the world. You will learn about wines from the main wine regions of the world, factors influencing style and quality as well as classic grape varieties.
This course is particularly useful to workers of the service industry and will add value to any CV. The course finishes with a 50 multiple choice question exam. 11 hours of preparation study are recommended ahead of classes
๐พ WSET level 2 in wines
๐พ 9,000kr / student
๐ท11 hours personal study time
๐ท16 class hours in the restaurant (spread over 4 days)
๐ท1 hour multiple choice exam, in English
๐ท price includes study pack (with textbooks), in person classes, exam and certificate upon pass
๐พ Tasting of more than 40 wines
๐พ Course and examination in English
๐พ Up to 10 students at a time
Course calendar WSET level 1 in Wines (exam on the same day):
- 2nd of February 2025
- 2nd of March 2025
- 6th of April 2025
- 1st of June 2025
- 10th of August 2025
- 5th of October 2025
classes take place between 9am-3pm
Course calendar WSET level 2 in Wines (exam on the last day of the course):
- 6th to 9th of March 2025
- 1st to 4th of May 2025
- 4th to 7th of September 2024
- 6th to 9th of November 2024
classes take place between 9am-1pm
ALL LEVEL 1 IN WINES STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM A 10% OFF WHEN REGISTERING FOR LEVEL 2
ALL NEW STUDENTS BEING RECOMMENDED BY A FORMER STUDENT ALSO GET 10% OFF THE COURSE PRICE FOR ALL LEVELS
How to sign up:
Email us at moonvinskole@gmail.com or call/ sms 48617542 and include the following information:
- which course and date you're interested in
- full name of participants with their date of birth and email address
- deadline for signing up is 16 days before the exam date
We then get back in touch with the final details