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Why Us
The world of wine is broad and diverse, and with such a big spectrum of possibilities choosing the best institution to embark on your own wine journey can be daunting. Here are some of the reasons why we're the best option in Switzerland.
10 Reasons to Study with Us
1. Founded in Zürich
We are the only permanent wine school in Zürich. Our dedicated space gives us versatility and transforms to offer the perfect ambiance for classes, tastings, events and community gatherings.
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2. Course Resources
We have the most extensive collection of wine-region maps in Switzerland, with over 50 wine maps and 13 topographic (3-D) maps, along with our extensive wine library, rock and soil samples, and hands-on learning resources. Everything you need to elevate your knowledge, whether you're new in the world of wine or you're in the wine and hospitality industries.
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3. Location, Location, Location!
We have the best central location in Zürich, just 50 meters from the Stauffacher Tram station and walking distance from anywhere in downtown Zürich.
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4. Highest Quality Wines
We provide our students with the best quality and most representative wine samples.
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5. Top Technology
We record all our classes and make them available for students to review for six months after their final class, so don’t worry if you miss a class. We own the largest LED television of any wine school in Switzerland, offering the highest quality visuals.
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6. Unlimited Refreshments
We offer unlimited complimentary gourmet coffee, premium teas, and sparkling water to our students. For those who attend full-day weekend classes, we will provide lunch!
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7. Complete Wine Education
Switzerland's only wine education provider to offer Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET), Wine Scholar Guild (WSG) courses, and at least three MasterClasses each month on various topics.
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8. Personal Attention
All our classes are limited to 12 students to ensure individual attention and dynamic classroom discussions. For our classes in English, we will never cancel a course due to a minimum number of students required.
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9. Best Pricing
We provide the most competitive pricing of any wine education provider in Switzerland.
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10. Top Instructors
Our team holds certifications from the most prestigious institutions in the wine industry, and includes the only wine instructor in Zürich with the WSET Diploma (Level 4), a Certified Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers – Europe, and a Wine & Spirits MBA from the prestigious Burgundy School of Business.
