Elisabeth Iriart, FWS
Congratulations to Elisabeth Iriart, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with the highest honors!
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Founder of Taste of ToulouseOther certifications: WSET Level 2
With FWS, I’ll be using all that I’ve learned every day as a food and wine tour guide in Toulouse. 
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Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 2 Besides helping me select good French wines to share with friends and family, FWS brought me important technical knowledge that will make a big difference in case I decide to enter the wine industry in the future. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3
The Master Level programs are incredibly detailed and well constructed and allow me to enhance my practical tasting experience with in-depth theoretical knowledge. -
CEO at Vinoteket LotharOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Certified Sommelier of CMS Whichever route I choose, my FWS training will be a very good base as it is so deep and thorough at all levels. -
Store Manager at Natural Grocer’s, Principal for Elite Wine ConsultantsOther certifications: Society of Wine Educators (CSW) My FWS will be immensely helpful in furthering my wine consulting business, which I plan to relocate to the Pacific Northwest in the near future. -
Director of Fine Wine at Heritage Collection/Trinchero Family EstatesOther certifications: Society of Wine Educators (CWE, CSW), WSET-Level 3 Performing well in the FWS program has added a tangible level of confidence to my understanding of France, as well as giving me a host of resources to call upon as a member of the WSG through podcasts, webinars, pronunciation guides and reference materials. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Specialist in Wine CSW, FWS, Rhone ML, WSET level 2 I love Italy! The class has been great to help me plan my travels when visiting different wine regions. -
Bartender at Gibsons Restaurant GroupOther certifications: Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) FWS is a beautifully constructed program. I was lucky to be able to enroll in the instructor led classroom program which at least for me is so much more beneficial than independent study -
Wine teacher at Caplan Wine AcademyOther certifications: WSET Diploma, Japan Sommelier Association Wine Expert certification With this program I finally feel I have a good understanding of Bourgogne, its history, geography, the stylistic differences between the villages. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Diploma, FWS, Champagne ML, Bordeaux ML Like many of the other Wine Scholar Guild courses I have obtained a more comprehensive understanding of the history of the regions. -
Blogger at Vino InterianoOther certifications: WSET Level 3
I found the program very comprehensive and rigorous, yet very well designed and approachable for people in the wine industry as well as serious aficionados. -
Chief Editor at Taiwan Wine ForumOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Having completed IWS I am now more confident in teaching and writing wine articles on Italian wines -
Other certifications: WSET Level 2 The French Wine Scholar program has not only deepened my knowledge of wine, but it has also steered my career path towards new and exciting opportunities. -
Wine Enthusiast I liked the course so much that I recently enrolled in the IWS Program and hope to do the SWS Program at some point as well. -
Bartender & Wine Geek at The Golden Dawn Tavern of Power, Auckland, New ZealandOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Having completed the French Wine Scholar (FWS), the depth in which this program goes into, really helped a lot when sitting the WSET exams particularly in the French Wine Sections. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) I immensely enjoyed the program's layout, intensity and focus. It was very thorough and I feel much more confident in my French wine knowledge. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 2 The FWS program offered added substantial depth and focus to my knowledge of the great wines of France. -
Wine Enthusiast The webinars with several world class Bourgogne authorities is a great source of inspiration & precious knowledge -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Through FWS, I could learn detailed knowledge about French wine which I couldn’t easily learn in other courses. -
Wine columnist, wine course for corporate client at Pink Pink WineOther certifications: WSET Level 3, WSET sake level 3 FWS program is one of the most informative wine courses I have attended. -
Sales Representative at Monarch BeverageOther certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW The FWS program was the most enjoyable class on wine I have ever taken -
Host at Thip Khao RestaurantOther certifications: WSET Level 2 Having in-depth knowledge from the FWS program, I feel more confident in taking WSET Level 4 Diploma and Master Level Programs in the future. -
Wine writer / Educator / Consultant at Wine WiredOther certifications: WSET Diploma, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW I was delighted to find a wealth of online references and felt the guided lectures and study material intuitive and easy to follow -
Sales manager at ASC Fine WinesOther certifications: WSET Diploma
Italian Wine Scholar is not merely a wine course, but also a very interesting Italian wine and travel guide for me -
Wine Specialist at Petrock's Liquors in New JerseyOther certifications: CSW, FWS The FWS Online Course is so well done. It enabled me to study during every minute of free time that I had -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Specialist in Wine CSW The FWS helped me to expand deepen my understanding of French wines, especially in regions I had not previously studied (i.e. Jura, Savoie, Corsica)! -
Owner of Wine Sellers of SaugatuckOther certifications: Advanced Sommelier (CMS) I must admit that your class was very informative and presented the material in a different way that I had studied before. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 2 I feel ready to answer just about any question I get about French wine from friends, family, or even my future wine exams. -
Wine Shop Associate at Quail’s Gate WineryOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The quality of the program and instructors was outstanding.The FWS program has certainly peaked my interest in studying a specific region (or regions) of France in further depth. -
Faculty at Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle CollegeOther certifications: WSET Diploma, FWS, IWS, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW The master level programs in general make me a better teacher, and I hope will translate into more success for my students in not just the French Wine Scholar courses, but in all the classes I teach. -
Buyer at Banville & Jones Wine Co. and instructor at Wine & Drinks College Manitoba.Other certifications: WSET Diploma, certified sommelier (CMS), Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) The Italian Wine Scholar program has been instrumental in providing me with a level of knowledge that I simply had not been exposed to previously. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The course is very well structured and as far as I know it is unique in the sense that I’m not aware of other wine courses that go so much deep into French wine and do it so well. -
Director of Wine Education for Florida Wine AcademyOther certifications: WSET Diploma, Champagne ML The FWS program has helped me understand the region a lot better, so now I can choose more suitable wines for my classes and talk more confidently about the region. -
Wine Enthusiast My master-level studies forced me to explore in some depth topics that I had not concentrated on in my independent studies -
Wine professionalOther certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW I was very excited to study for the FWS exam. I view understanding France as a critical foundation of my wine journey. -
Wine Educator in Utah, USAOther certifications: WSET level 3, CSW, FWS After taking many other classes I truly believe that the WSG ranks as the number one superior program. -
Wine professional in San Francisco, USAOther certifications: Certified Sommelier, IWP, IWS I initially took the Italian Wine Professional certification. Later, I discovered WSG and took the Italian Wine Scholar program. This was definitely the most in-depth study program I have taken, and will be a model on which I approach future personal studies. -
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Wine Enthusiast in New York, USAOther certifications: WSET level 3 Thank you for providing this much-needed program. It exceeded my expectations! -
Wine Enthusiast in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET Diploma, CSW, International Kikisake-shi IWS provided me new knowledge that goes much beyond DipWSET. -
Wine Enthusiast in Bordeaux, FranceOther certifications: WSET Level 3 WSET Diploma Level 4 consider a profound studying of wine producing regions, and the FWS program will really help me while studying the wines of France. -
Wine Enthusiast in Washington DCOther certifications: WSET level 3, Rhone Master-Level WSG offers the perfect avenue to deepen one’s wine learning in parallel with the WSET track, as it provides in-depth knowledge of the highest priority countries in the WSET program -
Wine Enthusiast in Miami, USAOther certifications: Sommelier Society of America, WSET Level 3 This course has been a great complement as it has deepened my knowledge in French wine, these being the utter-most influential -
Chef at Michelin star restaurantsOther certifications: WSET level 3 I felt that the WSET was a very good course but it covers the whole world of wine, including spirits. It wasn’t nearly as in depth as the French Wine Scholar is. -
Wine marketing professional in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET level 3 This was a comprehensive course and I’ve learned a great deal which is valuable to my career. -
Bordeaux wine negociant, Bordeaux, FranceOther certifications: Master on Marketing Management The FWS program is a really full and complete program and brought me the very precise and detailed information -
Wine consultant for Swisswinemaker in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET Diploma, FWS The knowledge that I gain from both the FWS and the IWS will certainly help me to rise to a higher level and achieve my goals and dreams. -
F&B Professional in SingaporeOther certifications: Diploma in Culinary Arts at SHATEC, WSET Level 3, CSW What I thoroughly enjoyed about the FWS Program was its depth of detail -
Wine Enthusiast in San FranciscoOther certifications: French Wine Scholar The Italian Wine Scholar program can only strengthen my standing as a wine enthusiast and aspiring sommelier particularly when my travels take me back to Europe. -
Flight Attendant at Air CanadaOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The course was so in-depth and well presented that I’m very much looking forward to continuing my education with the WSG in the near future. -
Wine Enthusiast in Charlotte, USAOther certifications: WSET Level 3, CSW After completing the FWS Program, I not only have a deeper knowledge of the wines of France, I have a more comprehensive foundation for all future wine study. -
Wine Professional in San DiegoOther certifications: WSET level 2 , Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) To date, the French Wine Scholar course has been the best educational experience on this journey. -
Wine Professional in a boutique importer of French wines I found the program to be thorough and rigorous, yet easy to follow and absorb. I've been able to better educate my crew and customers about French wine since the course. -
Wine Educator in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I have been contemplating about going for the WSET Diploma and the FWS has been an important stepping stone in my wine education towards that goal. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I am glad that I made the decision to take the Champagne ML exam, which is a step forward in achieving my dream in being a champagne specialist one day! -
Wine Enthusiast in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I’ve completed WSET Advanced before the IWS, and am currently enrolled in the WSET diploma. The IWS provided [...] information that would really have taken a lot of research. -
Wine Enthusiast It was complete nirvana being immersed in the world of Italian wine. -
Sales professional in the wine industryOther certifications: WSET Level 3, French Wine Scholar The Italian Wine Scholar opened up the vast world of Italian wine. It has given me confidence to better sell Italian wine. -
Wine professional running the wine and sake program at KiOther certifications: WSET Level 3 in Wine and Spirits, the WSET Level 3 in Sake, Advanced Sake Professional certification, International Kikisake-shi The FWS program will not doubt play a role in my future endeavours. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS) I definitely plan to continue my future studies by taking advantage of the excellent programs offered by the Wine Scholar Guild. -
Wine Enthusiast Besides serving as a gateway to the wonderful world of French wine, I also met some wonderful people who have become good friends and with whom I can share my new-found passion for wine. -
Certified wine professional and chefOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS), WSET level 3 I found the FWS course very helpful to go in detail on the knowledge needed for the CMS Advance level. -
Wine Enthusiast I’m confident that the FWS course will serve as a firm foundation for any future learning that I do. -
Wine professional working for companies operating overseasOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Master Degree specialized in International Business of Wine from Montpellier Business School. The Master level program is different from the WSET and other programs as it teaches you to get the whole picture of the region with the history, geography and much more. -
GM at Cascadia Liquor in CanadaOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Certified Sommelier (CMS), French Wine Scholar I thoroughly enjoyed the IWS course as it really gave me a deep understanding of Italian wine that I hadn’t achieved in previous courses. -
GM at The Stable House Bistro in VancouverOther certifications: WSET Level 3, CMS Certified Sommelier, FWS I’ve especially enjoyed IWS program for its inclusion of the historical and cultural elements that surround Italian wine. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3, French Wine Scholar FWS program served as a perfect fit to bridge the knowledge gap from WSET Level 3 to WSET Level 4 -
Assistant Sommelier in a French Restaurant in TaiwanOther certifications: WSET Level 3 FWS definitely helped my career in a big way. -
Wine Enthusiast in ChinaOther certifications: WSET Level 3, ISG advanced certification Now I have mastered one of the most important part, French wine, and I believe it will help me a lot to face the challenge of WSET Diploma -
Student of sommelier in CAFA Formations BordeauxOther certifications: WSET level 2 Actually, FWS is quite helpful in my sommelier program study. For sure I can become the No.1 of Asia people in CAFA Formation -
Freelance food and wine writerOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Apart from WSET Diploma, I also took a French Wine Scholar class, which was a very good decision as FWS course helped strengthening my knowledge about French wines -
Wine Stewart at Charles Smith Winery in SeattleOther certifications: Degree in Wine Marketing and Sales from the Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle Community College I truly appreciate and respect the FWS program and feel like it has complemented my wine studies at NWWA. Upon completion of this course, I feel like I have a much better handle on the beauty and complexity of French Wines. -
Consulting on wine selection and giving classes in retail wine shop (Envy Wine Room, in Spring Tx).Other certifications: Certified sommelier of CMS, WSET level 3, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW French Wine Scholar was the logical source for diving deeply into French Wine. While pursuing this education, I also began a second career in the wine business -
Operations and Marketing Director at Kerloo Cellars in Seattle.Other certifications: WSET Level 3 FWS is a great tool in any wine education pursuit. I highly recommend the program. Whether you are on the Somm or Wine Education path, FWS can aid in gaining deeper perspective into the main wine regions. -
Wine professional working with wine connection as a trainer FWS gives me the confidence to better approach French wines. I hope that FWS will aid me in my journey in spreading the knowledge of wines -
Wine professional owning a wine tour company in SeattleOther certifications: Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) It helps me to indulge in my passion for wine, but it also adds to the success of my business by providing me with additional credentials to further distinguish myself from my competitors -
Wine professional founder of Oenotrian Wine Advisory, co-founder of the Turkish Wine Hub with Sarah Abbott MWOther certifications: Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) The Rhone ML program highly contributed to my studies. I have a special interest in the Rhone Valley and I now feel more confident with this great region. -
Sommelier in Las Vegas for almost 16 yearsOther certifications: WSET Diploma, Certified Sommelier (CMS) I found that it is a more rounded program that teaches you to think – not just memorize. -
Wine Enthusiast Given the value and enjoyment provided by the FWS program I have enrolled in the Burgundy Master-level program, and anticipate taking additional Masters-level programs -
Wine Professional established his own company in Hong KongOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I enroll in FWS program because I wish to have more comprehensive, in-depth learning about the history, culture, styles of the wines, not just the tasting skills. -
Wine Educator in ChinaOther certifications: WSET Diploma I do think FWS and WSET make very good complementing partners.[...] FWS is like arts, it gives more readable details and fantastic stories. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS), WSET Level 3. My appreciation for French wines continues to increase in parallel with my knowledge and understanding. -
Wine Enthusiast The fact that such great resources [,,,] were available and that the exam could be scheduled at my convenience were really fantastic attributes of the program. -
Wine enthusiast, wine writer and instructorOther certifications: WSETLevel 3, FWS I am incredibly confident that my Master Level Champagne certification will assist me in my future studies both professionally and personally. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Clearly, the FWS curriculum provided a much more intense knowledge of French wines than did the WSET3 level program and I feel as though I am starting to develop a foundation for knowing something about French wines. -
Sales professional in the wine industryOther certifications: WSET Level 3, FWS I am currently enrolled in the Provence ML and would very much like to do them all honestly. A very good in-depth exploration of the history and the geography of the regions. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The specific detail of the FWS content gives a great base for the knowledge needed for the French unit of the WSET diploma -
Wine Marketing professionalOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS), Diploma from the International Sommelier Guild The webinar presentations were fabulous, very insightful, from experts in the region -
Wine Enthusiast Having visited the areas that I have studied or am studying does allow for a better context of the areas. The historical references are also very useful in putting everything in perspective. -
GM/SommelierOther certifications: Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) I really felt that Burgundy gave me the biggest fits when preparing for FWS, so I have decided to enroll in the Burgundy Master program -
Wine enthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The FWS has delivered an in depth look at French wines and has expanded upon the foundation of my knowledge attained in other programs -
Wine tutor for Sussex Wine SchoolOther certifications: WSET Level 3 FWS has given me a really in-depth knowledge of French wine, which is invaluable for my wine tutoring. -
Wine enthusiastOther certifications: WSET certification The Provence Master Level Program, with its comprehensive content and opportunity to learn from such an expert as Elizabeth Gabay, has allowed me to develop a sound understanding and acute appreciation of the complexity of all that is Provencal. -
Wine Professional owns a restaurant/wine bar in Lubbock, TexasOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS) The online course was incredible, and I learned so much more than I anticipated! I had great instructors at The Napa Valley Wine Academy that helped bring it all together in an insightful and entertaining way. -
Server in a restaurant The French Wine Scholar program can only strengthen my standing as a French wine enthusiast and aspiring sommelier particularly when my travels take me back to France. -
Wine Professional in Vins Sélect Privée, Montreal based wine import agency.Other certifications: WSET Level 3 I much appreciated the FWS for its framework, its access to a rich web-based material and its commendable efforts in maintaining an up to date package using authoritative sources. -
Wine ProfessionalOther certifications: WSET Diploma, ML Languedoc-Roussillon I followed the ML Rhône as Inter-Rhône is planning to open a big wine center in Avignon with a wine school, so I would like to join this project at the beginning April 2017. -
Wine Enthusiast The FWS course offers a real in depth approach of the French wines, with very accurate and useful materials both in paper and online, which allows to go further in the matter. Moreover, we had classes with a really knowledgeable and competent teacher -
Operator in importation of wines, and procurement in Shenzhen China.Other certifications: WSET Level 3 I aspire to become wine expert and specialist for French, Italian, and Spanish wines.The FWS program is very helpful, and I enjoyed studying it. -
Director of Education for the Scandinavian Wine Academy in SwedenOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The FWS program has given me the opportunity to solely study the French regions and its wines. Thanks to its up-to-date and often accurate study manual and materials, it has helped me filling various blanks of mine, useful for my WSET Level 4 Diploma studies. -
Instructor at the Scandinavian Wine Academy in SwedenOther certifications: WSET Diploma I will start teaching the FWS program this spring at Scandinavian Wine Academy, and I think it will help me to further my student’s passion for French wine -
Wine ProfessionalOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) The FWS truly helped me grasp the complexity of French wine law and I am always referring back to the materials for review. I greatly appreciate the WSG for such solid educational resources! -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Certified Specialist of Spirits The Master-Level program allowed me to take a more general understanding of wine and focus on a specific area and type of wine. I love understanding how the history, natural attributes and culture of a given place shape its wines. -
Wine buyer, sommelier, teacher and consultantOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS), Certified Specialist of Wines CSW The FWS program helped me to recognize the plethora of factors behind every glass of wine. I now look at wine and all its complexities through a more sophisticated lens. -
Wine EducatorOther certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Certified Wine Educator CWE In many respects I consider the Provence and Rhone ML programs coupled with the Wine Study Immersion Tours to be ‘capstone’ experiences taking me to the most in-depth knowledge of these two areas it is possible for me to obtain. -
Sommelier from Virginia, USAOther certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Certified Sommelier (CMS) , FWS The ML programs are great because you force yourself to really double down on the finer points. The Master Level certificate is a great asset to any wine resume by adding another degree of accomplishment. -
Wine EducatorOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Any wine educator should do one of these courses. Thanks to the Wine Scholar Guild I have the possibility to be a father, work and study at the same time. I would definitely do another course! -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The FWS program has been extremely interesting and it has complemented my knowledge about French wines tremendously. I think that the course was very well organized and extremely informative. This is what convinced me to enroll in the Italian Wine Scholar program. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3, French Wine Scholar The Master-Level program, together with the study trip, put my previous wine’s experience and knowledge into deeper perspective, connecting the dots. -
Brand Manager for The Winebow Group, specializing in Greek and Australian wines.Other certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Alsace Master Level. For me in particular as a younger professional, having courses like the ML program has given me lots of respect because of the knowledge I’ve gained and the ability that gives me to talk intelligibly about wines to other wine professionals and consumers. -
Congratulations to Elisabeth Iriart, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with the highest honors!
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Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I really enjoyed taking the time to study one country in detail, and explore the many differences between each of the regions (and within the regions). I have now enrolled in the Italian Wine Scholar course. -
Wine Educator of WSET courses in MadridOther certifications: WSET Diploma Now that I have passed the FWS program successfully I feel even more confident in organizing French wine tastings. I will be able to give FWS courses in the future as well and this will be a really great opportunity for my teaching career. -
Wine Enthusiast The French Wine Scholar course was exactly what I was looking for. A comprehensive and in-depth learning about the ”World of French Wines” in a structured and inspiring way. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 FWS complemented and enhanced my knowledge in French wines. It is an in-depth advance course, well-structured and comprehensive wine list, yet being taught in and very interactive way. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 the FWS program was a natural progression from WSET level 3 as it built on the knowledge from level 3 and went into a lot more detail about each of the winemaking regions in France which I found really interesting. -
Wine Educator of WSET classes in MelbourneOther certifications: WSET Diploma The ML programme allowed me to focus more specifically on one region and delve deeper into the particulars of a single wine-producing region. The webinars were an especially helpful and enjoyable part of the course – the breadth of experience that is shared by the presenters was a definite highlight. -
Wine Consultancy & Education The comprehensive material puts matters in perspective, provides not only structure but also the right wine vernacular for both my consultancy practice and my personal experience. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 There have been lots of interesting sessions in FWS like the vinicultural history, food pairing etc. that I’ll definitely bring with myself along the interesting wine study journey. -
with my greater understanding of the region as a whole and how each house is quite different from the others, this will be an asset when buying new champagnes for our stores. -
Wine Enthusiast with special interest in Bordeaux.Other certifications: WSET Level 3 in Sake, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW. I found that the Bordeaux Master Level program complemented much in my WSET Diploma Study as it digs much deeper than what this qualification expects and covers Bordeaux, my favorite wine region, completely. -
Wine importer in Netherlands.Other certifications: WSET Level 3 When I came across the WSG Champagne Master Level course, I found what I’d been looking for! This program has taught me more than I could think of beforehand: it truly covers every aspect having to do with champagne. -
SommelierOther certifications: Cerified sommelier (CMS) I very much approve the depth of material the Champagne Master Level course went into. Every class offered by the Wine Scholar Guild will be a necessity when I start actively pursuing tougher accreditations down the road. -
Chief editor for the wine media website www.wineschool.com.twOther certifications: WSET Level 3 Having studied and passed Alsace Master program I am now more confident in sharing my Alsace knowledge to wine lovers and I hope that Alsatian wines will sell better in Asia (especially Taiwan!) soon. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I have passed WSET level 2 and level 3. The FWS program was obviously more detailed given the narrower scope. -
Wine Educator in the Swedish non-profit organization "Munskänkarna".Other certifications: WSET Level 3. The FWS program has been especially rewarding because of its accurate and updated information about all aspects of French wines. This is very useful as I in turn organize tastings and courses in Sweden to educate people about French wine. -
General Manager/Beverage Director at the Stable House Bistro in Vancouver, BC, Canada.Other certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS), WSET Level 3 I’ve especially enjoyed the FWS program for its inclusion of the historical and cultural elements that surround French wine. Anchoring the myriad details of AOC law within a larger, more interesting context, helps both my personal understanding and my ability to generate curiosity amongst my customers and staff.'' -
France is a complex wine producing country and I wanted a more in depth understandingof it. [...] The additional study has enhanced my general wine knowledge and confidence for speaking in front of my customers.. -
Sommelier in JapanOther certifications: WSET Level 3, Certified Sommelier by Japan Sommelier Association, Certified specialist of Wine CSW FWS helps me a lot more than I have expected and provided me with some new ideas. -
Wine ProfessionalOther certifications: WSET Diploma The focus on every wine region and on the specific appellation requirements have given me an enormously deeper knowledge and appreciation of France’s wine heritage and modern wine industry. -
Hospitality educator in service, management, spirits and oenology at the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University in North MiamiOther certifications: Certified Bordeaux wine educator, approved instructor of FWS Completing the Bordeaux Master Level has enabled me to better appreciate Bordeaux wine through an in depth understanding of its history, geography, viticulture and culture. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 It has made me much more adventurous in my choice of wines, and more confident in selecting a wine from one of the lesser known regions. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The FWS program has adopted a systematic approach to organize the particulars of each wine producing region, which makes one easier to understand and remember the information. -
Server in the hospitality industry Receiving the French Wine Scholar (FWS) Certificate will greatly help to further my future employment endeavours, with the goal of becoming an active member in the wine industry. -
Other certifications: Master of WineCongratulations to Mark Pygott, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with the highest honors and for becoming in 2016 approved FWS instructor with
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Wine Professional working with a French wine importer.Other certifications: Advanced Sommelier (CMS) The FWS and WSG programs are a superb way to show employers your areas of strength and passion. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3 I feel that I have a solid understanding of French Wines through the Wine Scholar program, and look to continuing with my studies on a study excursion in 2017. -
Owner of Franklin Liquor store in Massachussetts, partner with many local town Adult Education programs for wine classesOther certifications: Certified Specialist Of Wine CSW, Certified Specialist Of Spirits CSS, FWS approved instructorCongratulations to Mark Lenzi, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with the highest honors!
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Mark is owner of Franklin Liquor store
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Wine Enthusiast in Houston the French Wine Scholar program provides a great anchor point on which to build the future of my wine studies because France is the epicenter of the wine world. -
Wine buyer in Boston I feel as if I am exceptionally prepared for other courses involving French wines – a necessity for any serious wine professional. -
Wine professional in OhioOther certifications: WSET Level 3 FWS took it up a notch by delving into France’s background, history, terroir, helping me gain a full understanding and appreciation for why French wines are so delicious and highly sought after. -
Wine Enthusiast I am honored to be a part of the FWS family and I highly recommend it to anyone who has a love for the vine. -
Wine lecturer with the Sydney Wine AcademyOther certifications: WSET Level 3, FWS This course (Sud de France Master-Level ) builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the French wine scholar program and the WSET Level 3 Advanced course. -
Wine Educator in SeoulOther certifications: WSET Diploma It was a great pleasure to know French Wine history and all wine regions thoroughly. -
Wine EducatorOther certifications: WSET Level 3 The detailed insight – especially from experienced professionals who know this region as extensively as Essi Avellan, Peter Liem and Steve Charters – have helped a lot to see a different perspective and to form my own opinion on a wide range of subjects. -
Wine professional in retailOther certifications: WSET Level 3, International sommelier guild ISG I found the ML program was perfect for the person looking for a more in-depth look at a region. The content is concise and the choice of presenters really makes the difference. -
Wine professional organizing wine tours through my company, Vino HoundOther certifications: FWS, WSET level 3, Rhone ML, Bordeaux ML The Champagne ML course, specifically, revealed the complexity of both the region and sparkling production, which I can’t wait to share with students – the bubbles taste even better when you understand what went into that glass! -
Wine professional in Boston This was my first formal wine examination and I truly believe that France is the "gold-standard" when it comes to wine. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 2 The FWS program introduced me to other regions that I hadn't previously focused on [...] I felt like I really got to better understand French wine. -
Certified Wine Educator working in the Boston areaOther certifications: FWS, WSET Diploma, Certified Wine Educator CSW My customers and students often feel a bit intimidated by Bordeaux wines.[...] I feel better equipped to explain what makes this region particularly unique and successful. -
Wine Enthusiast in San DiegoOther certifications: CSW, WSET Level 3, CMS Level 1 It is programs such as FWS that continue to spur me on to learn and share more about wine. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 2 The FWS program is a second to none certification with a comprehensive curriculum. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: FWS, WSET Level 3, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW The detail of the program guide and the informative webinars were excellent and have really inspired me to continue learning more about French wine. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: FWS, WSET Level 3, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) I always enjoyed champagne before this course, but the greater in-depth understanding I’ve gained has given me a new appreciation for both what is in the bottle and the region is comes from. -
Sommelier in a restaurant in San FranciscoOther certifications: WSET Diploma, Certified Sommelier (CMS) The Champagne ML program was outstanding! The professionals that you have teaching are the leaders in their fields. -
Wine Enthusiast After becoming a French Wine Scholar, I feel equipped to move forward and dig deeper into the viticulture in specific regions. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS) The FWS program was perfect. In the world of wine, France is the cornerstone. A deep understanding of the wines and wine regions of France is essential learning. -
Territory Sales Manager in VancouverOther certifications: WSET level 3 I felt the FWS was a fantastic and in-depth look at a section of the wine industry most people would find challenging. -
Wine Enthusiast in LondonOther certifications: WSET Diploma The FWS allowed me to continue my wine studies by focusing on one country, to learn more about the less common areas -
Wine Enthusiast I appreciate the value of the credential as I consider a future career in the wine business, and it’s also nice to know that the last several years of wine enthusiasm has helped build a base of knowledge which can be developed into “certified” expertise! -
Sommelier Coordinator at Coop Wine Spirits Beer at the Crowfoot Tasting Centre location in CalgaryOther certifications: WSET Level 3, International Sommelier Guild ISG The ML program has provided me with a lot of fact and detail that I will be able to pass on in tasting and training seminars that I conduct -
Sommelier & journalistOther certifications: AIS, Certified specialist of wine CSW Every sommelier need to have a solid foundation especially on French and Italian Wine and the FWS program gives you the most updated material to achieve a solid foundation on French Wine. -
Wine Enthusiast The FWS program has been a great way for me to revisit the classic regions, and to further explore the heritage and value offered by lesser known areas. -
Sommelier with Daniels Broiler in the WA stateOther certifications: Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS) I do believe that the FWS program has greatly advanced my level of knowledge. -
President at Laurent-Perrier USOther certifications: WSET Level 2 Everyone in our company took this course, and even though some of us have decades of experience in the Champagne business, everyone still learned tremendous amount. -
Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: WSET Level 3, FWS, Bordeaux ML, Sud de France ML, Certified sommelier (CMS), Certified Specialist of Wine CSW The WSG programs are a great complement to the WSET Diploma units -
Sommelier for Coop Wine Spirits BeerOther certifications: WSET Level 3, International Sommelier Guild ISG The Wine Scholar Guild provides more in depth information with relevant industry information from top leaders in the regions being covered and the curriculum expands on the basic information that has been provided through other levels of education that I have taken. -
Wine Director/Consultant/Educator for Traveling Somm.Other certifications: FWS, WSET Level 3 When you enroll in the FWS you realize there’s someone else in the room beside you, venturing through all those blocks and rows of wine learning. -
Congratulations to Christopher Ruhland, from California, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the RHONE MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM .
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Congratulations to Benjamin Broidy, from California, for being the 2015 WORLD SECOND TOP EXAM SCORER for the BORDEAUX MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM .
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Congratulations to David March, from Australia, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the BORDEAUX MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM .
About David March:
''After 30 years
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Congratulations to Erika Frey, from Massachussets, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the CHAMPAGNE MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM . Erika tied for first place with
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Congratulations to Shaun Sidwall, FWS, from Canada, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the FRENCH WINE SCHOLAR PROGRAM . Shaun tied for the
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Congratulations to Insoon Lee,FWS from Seoul, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the FRENCH WINE SCHOLAR PROGRAM .
About Insoon Lee:
''Currently I’m
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Congratulations to Soo Jin Hwang, from France, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the SUD DE FRANCE MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM .
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Congratulations to Kirra Barnes, from Pennsylvania, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the CHAMPAGNE MASTER-LEVEL PROGRAM . Kirra tied for first place with
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Congratulations to Michael Lasky, from Wisconsin, for being the 2015 WORLD TOP EXAM SCORER for the FRENCH WINE SCHOLAR PROGRAM . Michael tied for the second
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Mark Shipway, FWS and FWS authorized teacher in Vancouver BC CANADA, passed his Bourgogne Master-Level Exam With Highest Honors.
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Congratulations to Meryl for passing the Champagne Master-Level exam with honors!
About Meryl:
Meryl is a Champagne Specialist for a luxury champagne supplier in the
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Congratulations to Sherry Hinerman for passing the Rhone Master-Level exam with the perfect score of 100, earning the highest honors! Chapeau!
About Sherry:
Sherry is
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Congratulations to Jamie Tiy Bowton for having successfully passed the Bordeaux ML Examination with a final and score of 99, earning the Highest Honors!
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Congratulations to Goh Chin Yee, FWS for having successfully passed the French Wine Scholar exam with highest honors! Chin Yee has followed and passed her
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Congratulations to Tracy Mann from Australia, for having passed the Champagne Master-Level Exam with Honors!
About Tracy:
''My champagne education venture is known as “49million”
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Congratulations to Steve Leslie for having passed the Champagne Master-Level Exam with honors!
About Steve Leslie:
''I am an enthusiastic amateur of champagne living in
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Congratulations to Laurie Love, FWS who have passed her French Wine Scholar exam with 98%, earning the highest honors! She has followed and passed her
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Congratulations Heather Dougherty for passing the Champagne Master-Level examination with highest honors!
Heather is a freelance wine educator and writer in the UK.
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Meet Jonathan Gibson, FWS , new FWS program provider and FWS authorized instructor in the UK, who just passed the French Wine Scholar exam with the
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Congratulations Martin Nordell for passing the Champagne Master-Level examination with honors!
About Martin: ''I work as Sommelier in a newly opened champagne and wine Lounge
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Congratulations to Roddy Ropner, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with honors!
About Roddy:
Roddy is the Director of his own import company
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Congratulations to Sylvie Tannhauser, CS CSW CCM for having passed the Champagne Master-Level exam with honors.
A few words from Sylvie:
''I’m a Certified Sommelier
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Congratulations Mary Kirk-Bonnet for successfully passing the Champagne Master-Level exam with honors!
About Mary:
''I operate my own wine services company leading wine tasting classes
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Chapeau to Molly Brooks-Thornton, FWS, who passed the French Wine Scholar exam with honors, with our program provider Wine Smarties in San Diego, CA.
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Congratulations Fanny Darrieussecq, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with a brilliant score of 99%. Chapeau!
Fanny joins our International Program Provider network
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Congratulations Christopher Wilson, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with honors, with the Sydney Wine Academy in Australia!
About Christopher:
''I am a
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Congratulations Peter Dorfman, FWS for passing the Sud de France Master-Level Certificate with the Highest Honors!
Peter is a wine educator and consultant.
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Congratulations to Nicholas Poletto, Director of Education at Kobrand Corporation, for passing the Wine Scholar Guild's Champagne Master-Level Exam!
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Congrats to Ada Chan, FWS, for passing her French Wine Scholar exam with Highest Honors at the Arts Institute of Vancouver!
Ada currently is the
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Congratulations to Lana Hynd, FWS for having passed the French Wine Scholar exam with honors, with the Sydney Wine Academy .
About Lana:
''I really enjoyed
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Hats off to Gregory Crommen, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar Program with Highest Honors with Asia Wine Service & Education Centre (AWSEC)!
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Congratulations Matt Coleman, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with honors! Matt Coleman is General Manager and Sommelier at Crossings Restaurant in South
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Congratulations Gareth Wyatt, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with highest honors! Gareth has followed the French Wine Scholar study program with Premier
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Congratulations to Teresa Chiesa, FWS who recently passed the French Wine Scholar exam with honors!
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Congrats to Jennifer Yam, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar examination with highest honors!
Jennifer Yam is a wine connoisseur. She has been awarded
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Congrats Simon Stockton for passing the Champagne Master-Level Examination With Honors!
About Simon:
''I am the owner of Sugar & Yeast. I run wine courses,
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Congrats Gabriella Fois, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam With Honors!
Gabriella Fois, is working in the Customer Service of The Wine Society
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Congratulations to Gershwin Narraidoo, FWS and FWS authorized instructor for passing the French Wine Scholar examination with honors!
About Gershwin: He is instructor in the
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Congratulations to Steven Alley, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar exam With Highest Honors!
Steve Alley - CSW & FWS
Fine Wine Consultant & On-Premise
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Congratulations to Kirsten Strand, FWS for passing the French Wine Scholar Exam With Highest Honors!
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Congratulations Ray O'Mara CWE, FWS, DWS and FWS Instructor in Washington, DC for passing the Champagne Master-Level Exam With Highest Honors!
Ray is the owner
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Congratulations to Diego Del Pino for passing the Champagne Master-Level Exam With Honors!
Diego works for Moët Hennessy USA. He is the Business Development Manager
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Congratulations Terence for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with highest honors!
Terence is working in L'atelier de Joel Robuchon Hong Kong as Sommelier. This
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Gerard is Marketing Executive at Telford International (Facebook a/c: Telford Wine and Spirits). He is responsible for the brand management of French wine portfolio and
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About Robert:
''I am a Retail Wine Specialist with the PLCB(Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board). The focus of my job is address customer needs and wants
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About Rick:
''I have been an amateur French wine enthusiast since 1976 and even though I have never worked in the wine industry, I have
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A few words from Christine:
"I began my formal study of wine 8 years ago to become a more educated consumer. I decided to shift
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JiaJian Pan is the founder and CEO of TAOTAO Private Cellar, founder and CEO of JC METROPOLITAN, Guangzhou and shareholder/board member of French Melisey Electronic
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About Stephen:
The French Wine Scholar program was an excellent step in my educational path. It took what I learned of French wine in the… -
A few words from Shelley: This year marks a year of creating my own reality with wine education as the driving force. My journey combines
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Dana is an attorney and Associate Vice President for Legal Affairs at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, USA.
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Congrats David Alexander for passing the French Wine Scholar Exam with The Sydney Wine Academy
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Hats off to Brett Thurman for passing the Champagne Master-Level Exam With Honors!
Brett works as a Wine Steward and Buyer for Safeway and aspire
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Congratulations Jolanta Smiciene for passing the Champagne Master-Level exam with honors!
Jolanta is currently a wine (and champagne) lector and consultant. She regularly provides tastings,
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Congrats to Jimmy Smith for passing the French Wine Scholar exam with the highest honors!
We are thrilled to welcome Jimmy and the West London
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Wine EnthusiastOther certifications: Certified Specialist of Wine CSW French wines to me mark the convergence between history, nature, human innovation and pure pleasure. I have no regrets taking the French Wine Scholar program! -
Professor of wines and spirits at the Sergio Arboleda University (Bogota) The FWS is one of the most complete courses in the world of French wine -
Teaching service and beverage in the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson and Wales University, Charlotte Campus. I am excited to include some of the new information that I learned while pursuing this certification.
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