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Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep

Welcome to the Wine Educate Podcast, your ultimate guide to mastering wine through the lens of WSET wine courses and certifications. Whether you"re a beginner exploring WSET Level 1 or preparing for the rigorous WSET Level 3 exam, this podcast is packed with insights tailored for every stage of your wine education journey. Learn wine tasting techniques using the Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT), discover expert strategies for excelling in WSET essay practice, and dive into topics like food and

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37. Didn’t Pass WSET Level 3 Theory? Here's What to...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/29

Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: www.wineeducate.com/newsletter-signup Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: www.wineeducate.com/launchpad How to Contact Us Website: www.wineeducate.com Email: joanne@wineeducate.com Instagram & Facebook: @wineeducate Episode Summary Today, we're wrapping up our "How to Prepare for the Level 3 Exam" series with a tough but important conversation: what to do if you didn’t pass Level 3 Theory. With a global pass rate of only 57%,

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07:50

36. Testable VS Nontestable Wines - Wines That May...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/24

Resources & Links Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter: Newsletter Signup | Wine Educate Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: Launchpad: WSET Level 3 Prep - Zoom Course - May 11th | Wine Educate Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne Close addresses a common concern among WSET Level 3 students: the difference between testable and non-testable wines. If you’ve ever second-guessed your tasting notes or stressed over wines that don’t match your expectations, this episode is meant to put your mind

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11:21

35. Top 5 Mistakes Students Make in the WSET Level 3...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/22

Resources & Links Sign up for the newsletter Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course: Email Joanne: joanne@wineeducate.com Episode 35 – The Top 5 Mistakes on the WSET Level 3 Theory Exam In this episode, I’ll walk you through the top five mistakes I regularly see students make on the theory portion of the WSET Level 3 exam—and how you can avoid them. Because let’s be honest: it’s not just about knowing the material. Success comes from knowing how to take the exam. We cover: Why having a game

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34. Top 5 Tasting Mistakes on the WSET Level 3 Exam

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/17

Resources & Links Join the Wine Educate Newsletter for weekly study tips and course updates Learn more about Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course Check out upcoming trips and classes www.wineeducate.com Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne tackles one of the most stressful parts of the WSET Level 3 exam: the tasting portion. As someone who has graded many exams, she walks through the five most common mistakes students make when writing their tasting notes—and explains how to avoid them. This

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07:46

33. Do Study Pods Really Help? Group Learning in WSET...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/15

Resources & Links Learn more about the Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course Join the Wine Educate Newsletter for weekly tips & updates Episode Summary In this episode, Joanne explores one of the most effective tools for success in WSET Level 3: the study group. If you're on the fence about joining or starting a study pod, this episode covers the research, real-world results, and how to make it work for you. Topics include: Why collaborative learning can significantly improve retention and exam

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10:05

32. The Long Runway – Why Early Preparation Leads to...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/10

Resources & Links: Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course Sign up for the Wine Educate Newsletter How to Contact Us: Email: joanne@wineeducate.com Website: www.wineeducate.com Instagram: @wineeducate Episode Summary: In this episode, Joanne breaks down one of the biggest predictors of success in WSET Level 3: early preparation. While Levels 1 and 2 can be approached with minimal advance study, Level 3 is a different story. Joanne shares how giving yourself a longer runway—starting prep weeks or even

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08:13

31. How Many Hours Do I Really Need to Study for WSET...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/08

Resources & Mentions Free WSET Level 1 Flashcards Launchpad: Level 3 Prep Course – Our four-week study support program to help you stay on track Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up here for tips, tools, and new episode updates Episode Summary If you're preparing for WSET Level 3, you're probably wondering: How many hours do I actually need to study? In this episode, Joanne walks through the official guidance from WSET, breaks down the numbers for Levels 1, 2, and 3, and shares her honest take

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12:37

30. Inside the WSET Level 3 Exam: Tasting + Theory...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/03

Launchpad: WSET Level 3 Prep - Zoom Course - Next Start Date In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close takes the mystery out of the WSET Level 3 exam. She explains exactly how the tasting and theory sections are structured, how grading works, and what to focus on to earn the most points—whether you’re aiming to pass or go for that distinction. Joanne shares practical advice from her years of administering exams and guiding students, including common pitfalls to avoid and how to make the

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12:25

29. How to Prepare for WSET Level 3 (Without Overwhelm)

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/04/01

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates Launchpad: WSET Level 3 Prep - Zoom Course - May 11th | Wine Educate In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close helps you get ready for WSET Level 3 with a practical, encouraging guide to prep—without the panic. Whether you’ve already signed up or you’re just thinking about it, Joanne breaks down exactly what to focus on before the course begins. From reviewing your Level 2 materials to creating a realistic study

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09:37

28. WSET Level 3: What to Expect from the Course and...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/27

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates. Connect with Wine Educate: Website: www.wineeducate.comInstagram: @wineeducateEmail: Joanne@wineeducate.com Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive content! Thinking about taking WSET Level 3 but not sure what you're signing up for? In this episode, host Joanne Close walks you through how the course is structured, what the exam includes, and how different course formats (in-person, online, accelerated) might affect your

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10:35

27. The Big Jump – Why WSET Level 3 Feels So Much...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/25

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates. Connect with Wine Educate: Website: www.wineeducate.comInstagram: @wineeducateEmail: Joanne@wineeducate.com Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive content! Episode Summary: In this first episode of a brand-new series, Joanne dives into what makes the leap from WSET Level 2 to Level 3 so significant—and why it often catches students off guard. With a global pass rate hovering around 50%, Level 3 is a challenging course, but

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26. WSET Level 3 Bootcamp - Lessons from the Vineyard...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/20

26. WSET Level 3 Bootcamp - Lessons from the Vineyard (Part 2) Level 3 Bootcamp 2026 - TRIP DETAILS Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates. Episode Description In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close continues the Lessons from the Vineyard series, focusing on winemaking (vinification) at Château Camplazens. During the WSET Level 3 Bootcamp, students got a firsthand look at the winery’s fermentation process, barrel aging choices, and the fascinating

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16:47

25. Level 3 Bootcamp - Lessons from the Vineyard...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/18

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class/trip updates. WSET Level 3 Bootcamp - Trip Details In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close shares insights from the WSET Level 3 Bootcamp in the South of France. After an incredible week at Château Camplazens, Joanne reflects on key vineyard lessons that bring WSET theory to life. She explores how studying viticulture in the field helps Level 3 students prepare for essay questions, how natural factors like winds, soil,

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24. The Three Best Wine Books You Will Ever Own!

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/13

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class updates. Episode Description In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close shares the three essential wine books that have been her go-to resources throughout her 20+ years of WSET education. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced student, these books will help you deepen your knowledge of wine, viticulture, winemaking, and regional geography. Joanne discusses why these books are must-haves, how to use them effectively, and

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23. Understanding Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary...

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/11

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content and class updates. Episode Description In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close explores the essential primary, secondary, and tertiary aromas and flavors in wine. Identifying and categorizing these aromas is a crucial skill for WSET Level 3 students, as they play a key role in tasting notes and determining a wine’s development. Joanne breaks down how these aromas are classified, why they matter for the Systematic Approach to Tasting

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22. Tasting a Full-Bodied Red Wine Using the WSET SAT

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/06

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content! Episode Description In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close leads a guided tasting of a full-bodied red wine using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT). This episode builds on the Structural Components Series, helping students apply what they’ve learned to a real-world tasting scenario. Joanne walks through the tasting process at WSET Levels 1, 2, and 3, explaining how assessment evolves with each level. She discusses

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21. Evaluating The Finish of a Wine

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/03/04

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content! Episode Description In this episode of Wine Educate Podcast, host Joanne Close wraps up the Structural Components Series with a deep dive into evaluating the finish of a wine using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT). Finish, also known as length, is one of the trickiest components to define and assess, yet it carries significant weight in the WSET Level 3 exam. Joanne unpacks the controversy around defining finish, explains common

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09:34

20. Structural Components of Wine: Body

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/02/27

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content! and class updates! Episode Description: In this episode of Wine Educate, host Joanne Close continues the Structural Components Series with an in-depth look at Body in Wine. What makes a wine feel light, medium, or full-bodied? How do alcohol, sugar, tannin, and acidity influence perception? Joanne breaks it all down, shares key study tips for WSET students, and provides a fun at-home exercise to help train your palate. Plus, she gives an

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19. Structural Components in Wine: Alcohol

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/02/25

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up to learn about upcoming WSET classes, Wine Trips and study tips! Episode 19: Structural Components in Wine: Alcohol Episode Description: In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, host Joanne Close continues the Structural Components Series with a deep dive into Alcohol in Wine. She explores how alcohol affects wine’s body, balance, and perception, while also covering the science behind ABV, legal labeling requirements in the U.S. and E.U., and practical tips for

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18. Structural Components in Wine: Tannin

Wine Educate: Wine Lessons, Travel & WSET Study Prep ·

2025/02/20

Wine Educate Newsletter – Sign up for exclusive content! Episode Description: In this episode of the Wine Educate Podcast, host Joanne Close continues the structural components series with a deep dive into tannin. Learn what tannins are, how they’re perceived on the palate, and the key role they play in wine structure and aging. Joanne shares practical examples, from tea to unripe banana peels, to help listeners identify tannins in everyday life. She also explores winemaking techniques that

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