Add-On Science Training for WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wines Candidates [EN]

This intensive add-on course is designed for WSET® Level 4 Diploma candidates who want to go beyond standard curricula and explore the scientific foundations of viticulture and oenology in depth. Held in Koblenz and taught by subject-matter experts, the course bridges theory and practice by focusing on core scientific concepts relevant to modern wine production. From vine morphology and wine chemistry to the role of oxygen, barrels, and ageing processes – this course is ideal for those seeking a deeper, academically grounded understanding of how wine is made and how it evolves.

Not a WSET®-prescribed module – but an invaluable enrichment for your wine education journey.

What You Will Learn:

• The Vine – Systematics and Morphology: Understanding vine anatomy, physiology, and classification
• Principles of Chemistry: Foundational chemistry tailored for wine professionals
• Wine Compounds: Acids, phenolics, aromatics, polysaccharides and more
• Oenology of White Wines: Fermentation, clarification, ageing, reductive handling
• Oenology of Red Wines: Extraction, fermentation management, maceration techniques
• Managing Acidity: pH, TA, deacidification, acidification strategies
• SO₂ Management: Chemical properties, forms, dosing, impact on wine stability
• Reductive vs. Oxidative Wine Production: Techniques and their chemical effects
• Chemistry of Wood Barrel Maturation: Oak compounds, oxygen ingress, integration
• Chemistry of Wine Ageing: Molecular changes, shelf life, ageing potential

Who Is This Course For?

• WSET® Level 4 Diploma students who want deeper scientific context for D1 - Wine Production

• You must be an active WSET® Level 4 Diploma candidate (enrolled at any APP)
• Completion of the WSET® Level 3 Award in Wines is required
• Proficiency in English (course language) is recommended