Plansel International Wine School
WSET Level 1 (Portuguese version)
WSET Level 1 (Portuguese version)
✓ Internationally recognized certification
✓ Practical learning with real-world evidence
✓ Training in a unique space
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⬇️ Base Domain
⬇️ Base Domain
Learn to confidentlydescribe wines using the official WSET systematic approach.
⬇️ Professional Competence
⬇️ Professional Competence
Immediate capability to suggest food and wine pairings in retail or restaurant environments.
⬇️ Entry Credential
⬇️ Entry Credential
Obtain an internationally recognized certificate that validates your interest and basic competence in the sector.
Reason for taking this course
☑️ Talk about wine with confidence
Learn the right technical vocabulary to communicate about wine clearly and professionally, whether with clients, sommeliers, or enthusiastic friends.
☑️ Pair like an expert
Discover the essential rules of pairing with practical exercises, and
transform every meal into a richer and more memorable experience.
☑️ Globally recognized certification
WSET is recognized in over 70 countries. By completing the course with Plansel International Wine School, you will have a solid foundation to advance your
career or simply choose wines with more knowledge and pleasure.
Learn, Prove, Apply
☑️ Official WSET content
Based on the international Wine & Spirit Education Trust program, with updated materials aligned with global standards.
☑️ Trainers with real-world experience
Classes taught by professionals from Plansel International Wine School, with experience in wine, gastronomy, and international trade. Here you learn
from those who do and know.
☑️ A course within a living winery
The training takes place at Quinta da Plansel, amidst vineyards, art, and tradition. An
authentic setting that transforms theory into practical experience.
As well as in several other beautiful and unique locations in Portugal. All venues have something in common: they are active wineries or places with professional conditions for tasting and evaluating wines at the highest level.
Limited availability
Classes are small to ensure personalised attention and a better learning experience. Book your place now with Plansel International Wine School and start transforming the way you see, serve, and talk about wine.
Plansel Wine-School vs Other Schools
At Plansel International Wine School, learning extends beyond the classroom. Knowledge is rooted in real-world practice – in active vineyards and under the guidance of industry specialists – and comes to life through carefully selected tastings that transform theory into experience.
Small classes and individualized attention
Educators with real-world experience
Professional contacts
Guided real wine tastings
WSET
Other Training
Global certification
Official Material Included
Evidence included
Small class sizes
Practical Approach
Experienced Trainers
Meet the team of trainers who make our School
Foodie and boutique wine importer
Wilmy Matton
Have you ever considered taking a course with Wilmy, Co-Founder of Plansel International Wine School and a true expert in Portuguese wines?
Since 2013, Wilmy has been sharing her passion and vast experience in the sector — especially as a former wine importer for top restaurants in the Netherlands — making her courses essential for anyone who takes wine seriously.
Sommelier, trainer and wine exporter
Pedro Ramos
Do you want to deepen your knowledge of wine?
Pedro Ramos, one of the best sommeliers in Portugal, brings practical experience ranging from wine production to sales — and he is ready to guide you on an unforgettable tasting journey. Pedro's diverse background makes his courses at PIWS perfect for anyone who wants to discover more about the world of wine, with curiosity and enthusiasm.
Winemaker and Founder of ODE Winery
Maria Vicente
Have you ever wanted to dive deeper into the world of wine and master the art of sensory analysis?
Maria, winemaker and founder of Ode Winery, brings years of experience in viticulture and oenology to her engaging courses at Plansel International Wine School. With her expert guidance, you will discover the secrets behind every aroma and flavour in your glass. A truly sensory experience!
Ambassador of Valpolicella wines and Italian wines
Wagner Erne
A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and currently pursuing the WSET Diploma, he brings a global and specialized perspective to his courses at Plansel International Wine School.
As an ambassador for Valpolicella wines and a consultant for boutique wineries, Wagner offers a unique perspective — ideal for wine lovers, the curious, and the dedicated.
Ambassador for Wines of Portugal and member of Sommeliers of Portugal
Ilona Akulova
Member of the Portuguese Association of Sommeliers.
Ilona, certified as an Ambassador of Portuguese Wines and a champion of blind tastings, brings her award-winning experience to every course at Plansel International Wine School.
As a proud member of the Portuguese Association of Sommeliers, she is the ideal guide for those who want to learn from the best.