The company "Wine & Spirit Education Trust" was founded in 1969 with its headquarters in London under the motto "Gustibus mens dat incrementum" (knowledge strengthens sensory perception). A multi-stage programme offers training to become a specialist in the field of wine and spirits. The target audience are connoisseurs, practitioners and professionals from production, trade and catering. WSET also offers professional certification in the USA in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington. There are now around 17,000 graduates each year in around 40 countries worldwide. Sponsors for funding and maintaining WSET courses and qualifications to the highest industry standards include...
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