Registrations for this course close at 9am on Friday 18 September 2026

Course Date: Monday 5 October - 9.30am to 5pm
Classes to be held at Prince Wine Store, 177 Bank St South Melbourne.

Prince Wine Store is delighted to be working with Yukino Ochiai, Director of Deja vu Sake Company, Sake Samurai, WSET Level 3 Japanese Sake educator, and Kikizakeshi.

For individuals new to the subject, this qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of sake. You’ll explore the main styles and types of sake through sight, smell and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas.

What you'll learn:
The basic principles of sake production
The main types and styles of sake
How to serve sake
Factors affecting the flavour of sake
How to describe sake using the WSET level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Sake® (SAT)

For a detailed overview, please click here.

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be
able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

There is a $185 fee to re-sit the exam should you not pass.
If you do not attend the exam, there is a $100 non-attendance fee, as well as a $185 re-registration fee applicable.

If a student cancels their enrolment within 72 hours of the course commencing 50% of the course fees will be forfeited. Cancellation after this time will forfeit 100% of the course fees.
This course requires a minimum of 8 people to run.