Italian Wine Scholar®

Ettore Donadeo

The Italian Wine Scholar® (IWS) program sets the industry standard as the most in-depth and comprehensive certification program devoted entirely to the rich and diverse wines of Italy.

Designed specially for dedicated wine enthusiasts and industry professionals, IWS provides the keys to understanding the nuanced appellations, viticultural marvels, art of winemaking, historic landmarks and rich traditions that make Italian wine a global benchmark.

It is composed of two separate units, that can be studied in any order:

Unit 1: The Wines of Northern Italy
Unit 2: The Wines of Central & Southern Italy

Completion of the program doesn’t just reward you with a certificate; it confers upon you the sought-after IWS post-nominal initials, symbolizing advanced-level proficiency and industry-wide respect.

Skills / Knowledge

Wine Tasting
Viticulture Knowledge
Winemaking Techniques
Cultural Knowledge
Italian Wine Knowledge

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January 14, 2019

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Wine Scholar Guild

Wine Scholar Guild (WSG) offers immersive, region-specific wine education through online, in-person and study abroad certification programs. WSG certifications set the industry standard for up-to-date and in-depth information through three distinct levels of study: Essentials, Scholar and Masters. As an Italian Wine Scholar graduate, you are eligible for a 20% discount on your annual WSG Membership to help you continue your wine education. Use the following code at checkout to enjoy your graduate offer: GRADUATE20MEMBERSHIP Link to become a member: https://www.winescholarguild.com/shop/product/2-1-year-membership Terms and Conditions apply. Successful completion of the course is required to qualify for this offer.

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