Do you want to broaden your knowledge on wine and spirits? Vino Studio offers the WSET Program, which is the world's leading training organization on wines and spirits since 50 years in more than 70 countries.
Vino Studio offers the programme in French and in English in Quebec, with the possibility to organize tailor-made classes for wine agencies and restaurant employees, as well as for the general public. After finishing your course, you will have the necessary tools to share your knowledge with confidence using the tasting systematic approach of WSET.
Please note: you must purchase a box of 6 INAO glasses before the start of your program. We recommend the specialized store VINUM DESIGN.
Courses
Level 1 Award in Wines
$CAD 495 +tx
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.
Dates to be announced
Teacher: Ana Gallegos DipWSET
You will be redirected to Eventbrite to finalize your registration to the course. The price includes the manual, the classes, the exam fees and the wines.
Level 2 Award in Wines
$CAD 1095 +tx
For beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of 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.
Teachers: Ana Gallegos DipWSET (Montreal) and Natalie Richard (Quebec)
You will be redirected to Eventbrite to finalize your registration to the course. The price includes the manual, the classes, the exam fees and the wines.
Level 3 Award in Wines
$CAD 1695 +tx
For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality.
Teacher: Michelle Bouffard DipWSET
You will be redirected to Eventbrite to finalize your registration to the course. The price includes the manual, the classes, the exam fees and the wines.
Level 1 Award in Spirits
$CAD 495 +tx
For individuals new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits. You’ll explore the main styles and types of spirits through sight, smell, and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas.
Dates to be announced
You will be redirected to Eventbrite to finalize your registration to the course. The price includes the manual, the classes, the exam fees and the spirits.
Level 2 Award in Spirits
$CAD 995 +tx
You’ll learn about the fundamental production methods and principal raw materials, discovering how they are used to make the key spirit styles. You’ll also explore the key practices and principles of serving spirits and the use of spirits in cocktails.
Dates to be announced
You will be redirected to Eventbrite to finalize your registration to the course. The price includes the manual, the classes, the exam fees and the spirits.
Your teachers
Michelle Bouffard DipWSET
WSET certified educator, certified sommelier, author, journalist, speaker, consultant
Determined to make her mark in the wine industry, she graduated as a sommelier with the highest honours from the International Sommelier Guild in 2003 and completed the Diploma from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) in 2005. Michelle now teaches WSET courses in Montreal and gives numerous training sessions including for wine associations. Michelle is often invited to sit on various panels and judges at numerous wine competitions in Canada and abroad. Ever the eternal perfectionist, she is continuing her studies at the prestigious Institute of Masters of Wine. Full biography >
Ana Gallegos DipWSET
WSET certified educator and sommelier
Bio to come.
Natalie Richard
Educator, sommelier, author, journalist
Natalie Richard is an undergraduate sommelier of the WSET-Diploma. She was educator for several years with the Savori group and for business workshops on wine. She is the author of best-seller "Routes des vins dans le monde – 50 itinéraires de rêve" and writes the weekly wine chronic Planète Vins in le Mag of le Soleil de Québec, La Tribune, Le Droit, la Voix de l’Est, le Quotidien et le Nouvelliste. She is really happy to join Michelle Bouffard's team to teach the WSET program in Quebec City.
« When developing your knowledge of wine, educational support is important, but the quality of the trainer is essential. If the WSET can have a somewhat dry approach at times - very academic -, Michelle, by punctuating each chapter with concrete anecdotes and examples, made each session exciting and rich in interactions. A great moment of learning, discoveries, but also sharing. »
Adèle Gesnouin, Gestionnaire de portefeuille - Luxe, Galleon Wines
« WSET3 may seem impressive but Michelle not only teaches the course content and tasting, but she shares her experience and travels to the vineyards which helps with retention of the information. It also allows us to understand the key issues of each learning theme and explains to us the challenges to pass in order to validate the exam, which in my opinion is essential to success. »
Nathalie Laurence Laplace, Directrice Comptes Clés, Demandre Communications
« Michelle is a passionate, professional and caring teacher. I highly recommend Studio Vino to anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of wine. »
Philippe Côté, Responsable commercialisation, Balthazard
« Michelle Bouffard's passion is contagious, and makes her an incredible WSET teacher. Accessible, Michelle demystifies the world of wine, from grape varieties to appellations and tasting. I highly recommend for all levels! »
Marine Dos Santos, Chef de Marques, Sélections Oeno
Any questions?
Are you looking for an accredited WSET school in Western Canada which offers the program in English? We recommend WINEPLUS.
