WSET Level One Award in Wines with Polly Gibson, Wine with Polly at Goat on the roof

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Learn how to tell a shiraz from a merlot and a Chablis from a Sancerre with this one day beginner level introduction to wine, held at Winding Wood Vineyard, Berkshire. Together we’ll use our senses to explore the main types and styles of wine, and if the weather permits we'll step outside to learn in the inspiring setting of our outdoor classroom; the vines!

What you’ll learn

The main types and styles of wine

Common wine grapes and their characteristics

How to store and serve wine

The principles of food and wine pairing

How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

Who’s it for?

This course is perfect for anyone who wants to start learning about wine, either for personal interest or for those embarking on a career in wine or hospitality. No prior knowledge is required.

Where is the course held?

Goat on the roof, Newbury

A wine bar and restaurant nestled in the heart of Newbury, West Berkshire, celebrating the best of British cuisine with a commitment to sustainability and local sourcing, the impressive wine list features over 150 carefully curated organic and sustainably-produced wines.

About Polly Gibson

A wine lover on a mission to never be a wine bore! Polly is a WSET Diploma holder with over a decade of experience in the industry and is the founder of 'Wine With Polly', an events and education company based in West Berkshire. She has put hundreds of students successfully through WSET training (with a 100% pass rate to date!)

'Informed but informal' is her motto and approach to learning about wine, though there are few things she takes more seriously. With a background in horticulture, Polly is a strong advocate for organic and regenerative farming and works closely with Winding Wood Vineyard, a multi award-winning vineyard near Hungerford. She is delighted to be collaborating with Wild Wine School, bringing new and exciting opportunities for sharing the wine love!

Course Dates 2026

Sunday 1st February 2026

Price includes tea, coffee and a light lunch.

Full day course 9.30-5pm

For more detailed information on what the course covers please see the specification here.

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*Please note a booking form must be completed 7 days prior to course.