Vitis House Announces Launch of New WSET® (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Spirits Course
Vitis House Announces Launch of New WSET® (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Spirits Course
Chef Doreen Colondres of Vitis House is excited to announce the launch of her WSET® (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Level 1 Spirits Course. The first of its kind in North Carolina, the Level 1 course will offer a beginner level introduction to spirits for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits. The course explores the basic principles of spirit production and understanding the style and key factors affecting aroma and flavor of spirits through sight, smell and taste. The certified WSET® instructor and award winning Whiskey Ambassador Raj Sabharwal will guide each student through the tasting of more than 10 spirits from around the world. The course is May 15, 2021 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm at the The Loading Dock 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd #115 Raleigh, NC 27604.
WSET® Level 1 Spirits Course
This new offering is the only WSET® Spirits course in North Carolina. There are no prerequisites for this course but the student must be of legal drinking age in order to participate in the spirits tasting. Price includes the WSET® Level 1 Spirits study guide, tuition, printed materials, exam, certificate and lapel pin (certificate and lapel pin will only be given if the exam is passed with a 70% or above). Exams dates will be scheduled at Vitis House once a month. Remote Invigilation Exams are also available per request.
About WSET®
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust® (WSET®) provides best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. WSET® qualifications are globally recognized as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. They are designed for those who are just starting out in their careers, as well as established professionals, and the many enthusiasts who have a passion for wines and spirits. Today WSET® qualifications are available in over 70 countries in more than 15 languages, through a network of 700+ course providers, and students outside the UK represent over 75% of WSET® candidates each year.
About Vitis House
Vitis House, located in East Raleigh, has a passion for wine and spirits, creating experiences for everyone. Owner and Chef Doreen Colondres believes in creating an environment where wine or spirits can be tasted, not drunk. After any class or course at Vitis House, anyone is guaranteed to be not only a wine or spirit lover, but a connoisseur.