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Welcome, my name is Chris Scott and I am a DipWSET qualified wine educator based in London. As an experienced WSET L3 teacher and producer of the UK’s first wine podcast, The UK Wine Show, over the years I've recorded a number of interviews that will help students with their WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course. We have also introduced Spotlight episodes, featuring deep dives into grape varieties and winemaking techniques.
Some of the episodes are tailored to the course, while others relate to course topics but were not recorded specifically with the course in mind. So consider this set of podcasts as supplementary material to help you pass your Level 3 wine exams with flying colours.
Enjoy listening and good luck with your L3 studies!
Over 500 multi-choice & short written answer questions to help you pass the WSET L3 Award in Wines, available for £20.
Chris Scott is a WSET L3 certified educator and this podcast is designed to help you pass the WSET Level 3 Wine Exam. More >>
Thinking of embarking on a WSET wine course? Chris poses 10 questions to help students decide how and where to study for a WSET qualification. More >>
Chris gives advice on how to prepare for a WSET L3 wine course before the start and how to use tools so that you are actively learning. More >>
ThirtyFifty has a number of products that are designed to help students pass there exams, including tasting Support and Exam Questions. More >>
Victoria Burt MW was responsible for the current syllabus and we discuss with her how students should approach the course. More >>
ThirtyFiftys audio guide to the WSET Level 3 Tasting. More >>
This show is all about what the key flavours where they come from and what they mean. An important building block to smelling and tasting better. More >>
Struggling to identify the flavours in wines, this show is all about how to imrpove you sense of smell. More >>
Chris gives top tips on how to pass the WSET L3 tasting exam. More >>
This podcast takes a deep dive into the WSET L3 wine theory exam, how to prepare what to expect and tips to focus your study. More >>
Chris takes a deep dive into the winemaking technique Carbonic Maceration looking at the different methods and how they change the wines. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Cabernet Sauvignon grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris takes a deep dive into the Riesling grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris takes a deep dive into the Grenache grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris takes a look at the Chardonnay grape, its characteristics, wine-making techniques and regions. More >>
Chris takes a look at the Pinot Noir grape, its characteristics, wine-making techniques and regions. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Merlot grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Sauvignon Blanc grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and regions/countries its grown in. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Syrah/Shiraz grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and where it is grown around the world. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET takes a deep dive into the Tempranillo grape looking at the characteristics, winemaking and where it is grown around the world. More >>
Chris Scott DipWSET looks at high volume, inexpensive red wines. We explore the key factors for making this type of wine, such as location, viticulture and wine making. More >>
An overview on the Bordeaux wine region with Abbie Bennington DipWSET looking at the climate, geography and key red grape varieties. More >>
Abbie talks us through the classification system used in the Bordeaux region, from the PDOs at the bottom of the ladder (producing generic AC wines), Bordeaux Superieur and Cru Bourgeois up to the Grand Cru Classe wines. More >>
Abbie and Chris look at the key sub-regions of Bordeaux and the wine styles they are best known for. More >>
The red wine making process and principal black grape varieties used in Bordeaux blends which are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc plus Petit Verdot. More >>
Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon are the two main white grape varieties in Bordeaux and are blended to create different styles of wine. We find out where they are planted and their characteristics. More >>
Jamie Goode is an expert in the science of winemaking. His book Wine Science provides an indepth reference for wine producers across a range of issues. In this interview we explore common wine faults such as Brettanomyces and volatile acidity. More >>
Sioban Harnett is viticulturist at Cloudy Bay, the iconic New Zealand winery. We find out how the vines are trained and managed to suit the growing conditions of the Marlborough region. More >>
Grafting and Phylloxera go hand in hand we find out how phylloxera attacks the grape vine and the importance of grafting. More >>
We talk with leading Viti climatologist Alistair Nesbitt about the different types of frosts and the best way to manage them. More >>
We talk about Viticulture in the Margaux region - the climate, the weather and the soils - and find out how the vines at Chateau Angludet are managed and maintained. More >>
Benjamin Sichel of Chateau Angludet talks us through the red wine-making process from start to finish for his Bordeaux reds More >>
We talk about how rose wine is made with Jerome Pernot from Chateau Leoube, Provence. More >>
We taste and discuss low sulphur wines from the Pure range. More >>
Frederic Roger from Planet Bordeaux talks to us about the key Generic Bordeaux appellations, the rules, the grapes and the wines. More >>
Olivier Normand is a Burgundy courtier who acts as the export department for many small growers. Olivier gives us an overview of the region and the appellation system. More >>
We discover the differences in Pinot Noir between different sub regions. More >>
Nathalie and Gilles Fevre are the owners of Domaine Fevre in Chablis. We find out about the region and wines of this famous French appellation. More >>
We talk with Christophe Coquard about Beaujolais Nouveau, the region, grape varieties and some of the unique methods in making Beaujolais Nouveau. More >>
In this show this week we talk to Christophe about the 12 appellations of Beaujolais with a focus on the 10 Cru Beaujolais, the highest category of classification in the region. More >>
Jean Frederic Hugel tells us about Alsace, the French wine region which borders Germany grape varieties of Alsace. More >>
Philippe Zinck heads up Paul Zinck vineyards in Alsace. He talks to us about the history and the wines of this famous French wine region More >>
We discuss the main grapes and how the grapes express themselves differently according to where in the Loire they are grown. More >>
In our second interview with Laetitia Terry we learn about the wine regions of the Northern Rhone, the climates, the soils and grapes. More >>
Sommelier Laetitia Terry of Jaboulet gives us an overview of Hermitage in Northern Rhone. More >>
Christophe tells us about Southern Rhone wine regions, including the Crus of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Lirac, Gigondas, Vacqueyrays and Gigondas. More >>
Leading Languedoc producer Jean-Claude Mas gives us an overview of Languedoc, its geography and appelations. More >>
Jerome Pernot at Chateau Leoube takes us into the vineyard to look at the vines and gives us an overview of their wines from Provence More >>
German Quality Standards and VDP with Michael Adelmann More >>
We take a look at Mosel and one of the Mosel premier vineyards Goldtropchine. More >>
Pinot expert Arne Bercher tells us about the wine region of Baden and the different grape varieties grown there. More >>
In this interview Ralf describes the Pfalz wine region which is the 2nd largest region in Germany. More >>
Willi Klinger represents the Austrian Wine Marketing board. We find out about the history of winemaking in Austria and talk about the most planted grape variety Gruner Veltliner. More >>
Konstantinos Lazarakis MW talks to us about the different grape varieties of Greece and Retsina. More >>
Italian wine expert Ian D Agata gives us a brilliant overview of Italy. More >>
Andrea talks to us about the wines of Veneto in North East Italy, where both international grape varieties and native varieties are grown. More >>
In this second interview we talk to Andrea Sartori about the wine styles of Valpolicella. More >>
In this final interview with discuss the Soave wine region with Andrea Sartori. More >>
Chris meets Matteo Lunelli, president and CEO of Ferrari Winery, to find out more about the region of Trentino, Northern Italy. More >>
In this interview with Enrico Rivetto we find out about his Barolo wines. More >>
In this interview with Enrico Rivetto we find out more about the Piedmont region. More >>
In this interview we focus on central Italy including Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. More >>
In these two interviews we discuss the region of Rioja with its sub regions and grape varieties. More >>
Eva Minguez is marketing manager for the Rias Baixas wine region in Spain. We talk about the region and its flagship grape, Albarino. More >>
We review viticulture and wine making in Yecla and Jumilla region and take a deep look at the Monastrell variety. More >>
Everybody knows about Port, but still wines from Portugal have a growing reputation for quality. We talk with Sonia Fernandes from ViniPortugal about the quiet revolution. More >>
This interview focuses on Sonoma County with an overview of California, described as a complex and diverse wine growing area with many different climates, soil types and grape varieties. More >>
We get a feel for the Napa wine region, geology, climate and the changing styles of the wines. More >>
We meet with David Adelsheim of Adelsheim Vineyard and Mike Coveney of Hilltop Wines to find out about the wines of Oregon in the United States. More >>
Jim Tresize is president of the New York Wine and Grape Foundation. We find out about the New York wine region which spans the breadth of New York State. More >>
We find out about the main Canadian wine regions and their world-famous Ice Wines. More >>
We talk to Nicolas Jarpa from La Playa winery in Colchagua Valley, Chile about the region's climate, soils and grapes. More >>
In this interview with Michael Evans of Vines of Mendoza we talk about Mendoza and the Uco Valley. More >>
Bodega Catena Zapata has high elevation vineyards in Mendoza, Argentina producing world-class wines. We spoke to Mariela Molinari, assistant winemaker, to find out how altitude affects wine. More >>
Federico Boxaca of Familia Schroeder talks to us about the relatively new wine region of Patagonia in Southern Argentina. More >>
Murray Barlow gives us an overview of South Africa and Stellenbosch, soil types and the warm, Mediterranean climate. More >>
We talk about the history, the Coastal Region, grape varieties and the effect of leaf roll virus on South African wines. More >>
Murray Barlow of Rustenberg Wines talks to us about Stellenbosch and Leaf Roll Virus More >>
David Paxton is owner of Paxton Vineyards in McLaren Vale and one of Australia's best known viticulturists. David gives us a brief insight into the region and the grape varieties grown there. More >>
Phil Ryan is Chief Winemaker at Mount Pleasant in Hunter Valley and has been with parent company McWilliams for 41 years. Phil takes us through a vertical tasting of Semillons and explains how the wine's character changes as it ages. More >>
In these two interview Allan and Paul we get an overview of the region, the vineyards and winemaking in Martinborough More >>
We find out how the Otago wine region divides up and how Greg has been played his part in its success. More >>
We get an overview of the Champagne the sub regions the wines and styles. More >>
Beltran Domecq, president of the Sherry Institute guides us through Sherry the region, its styles and production methods. More >>
Paul Symington of Symington Family Estates gives us an overview of Port, the main grape varieties, the region, climate and vineyards. More >>
