November 7-9 - Spend a fall weekend surrounded by vineyards, exceptional wines, and world-class instruction at Wine Camp — a truly immersive experience for wine lovers of all levels. Presented in partnership with the American Wine School, this exclusive retreat offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a luxury wine getaway and earn your WSET Level 1 Award in Wines certification. At the conclusion of the weekend, you’ll take the official WSET Level 1 exam, a 30-question multiple choice test. Upon passing, you’ll receive a WSET certificate — a prestigious credential recognized worldwide in the wine and hospitality industries.
TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL GERVASI VIENYARDS DIRECTLY Limited spots available. Call 330-497-1000 ext. 139 to book.
CAMP SCHEDULE
Friday, November 7
- 7-9pm – Cave Reception and Experience: Kick off the weekend in Gervasi’s underground wine cave with a beautiful antipasti display, four wine tastes and a tour of the barrel facility.
Saturday, November 8
- 7-8:30am – Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in room or at The Still House
- 8:30-9am – Welcome and Orientation
- 9am-12pm – WSET Level 1 Classroom Instruction
- 12-2pm – Lunch
- 2-2:45pm – Guided Winery Tour and Meet the Winemaker
- 3pm – BREAK: Optional South Vineyard Walking Tour or enjoy the Spa at your leisure
- 6:30-8:30pm – Family-Style Dinner and Wine Pairings in The Bistro, hosted by Gervasi’s Lead Wine Ambassador
Sunday, November 9
- 7-9am – Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in room or at The Still House
- 9am-12pm – WSET Level 1 Classroom Instruction
- 12:15-1pm – Official WSET Level 1 Exam
This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. In addition to the WSET level 1 lectures and tasting, the Level 1 course at Gervasi Vineyard also includes two property tours led by head winemaker, David Smith as well as a glass of celebratory bubbles after the exam.
