August Wine Classes in Miami: WSET Courses, Wine Certifications & Special Events
August 2026 at Florida Wine Academy: WSET Courses, Wine Classes, and Special Events
August is one of our busiest months of the year at Florida Wine Academy, with something for everyone, from beginners discovering wine for the first time to professionals pursuing internationally recognized certifications.
Whether you're looking for a WSET course in Miami, a wine certification in Florida, or a unique tasting experience, we have an exciting lineup of classes and events throughout the month.
WSET Courses
Our Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) courses are recognized worldwide and are designed for wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, retailers, distributors, and anyone looking to build a strong foundation in wine.
WSET Level 1 in Sake
August 1
Miami
Discover the fascinating world of sake with our certified WSET educator, Guilherme "William" de Macedo. This one day certification is perfect for beginners and hospitality professionals interested in Japanese beverages.
WSET Level 1 in Wines
Downtown Miami
Perfect for anyone taking their first step into wine education.
WSET Level 1 in Wines
West Palm Beach
We're excited to continue bringing WSET education to Palm Beach County with another Level 1 course.
WSET Level 2 in Wines
Our most popular certification course returns this August. WSET Level 2 is ideal for wine enthusiasts and professionals who want to expand their knowledge of the world's major wine regions, grape varieties, and styles.
Browse all WSET courses:
https://floridawineacademy.com/collections/wset-courses
Spanish Wine Essentials Certification
Become an expert on one of the world's most exciting wine producing countries.
This two day certification explores Spain's wine regions, grape varieties, styles, history, and culture. Whether you work in the wine industry or simply love Spanish wines, this course offers an in depth look at everything Spain has to offer.
Masterclasses
In addition to our certification programs, August features two exceptional masterclasses.
A Study of Pomerol featuring Petrus
This exclusive tasting is already sold out, a testament to the growing interest in fine wine education in Miami. We'll explore one of Bordeaux's most prestigious appellations through some of its greatest wines.
Champagne Rosé Masterclass
Rosé Champagne is much more diverse than many people realize. Join us as we compare different production methods, styles, and producers while tasting outstanding examples from Champagne.
New! Wine Basics: A Beginner's Guide
We've received many requests for a true beginner wine class, so we're excited to introduce Wine Basics: A Beginner's Guide.
During this fun and approachable class, we'll taste six wines from around the world while learning how to taste wine, understand grape varieties, read wine labels, and pair wine with food.
If you've always wanted to learn about wine but didn't know where to start, this class is for you.
Wines of Georgia Walk Around Tasting
Join us for an evening dedicated to one of the oldest wine producing countries in the world.
Taste a selection of Georgian wines while learning about indigenous grape varieties, qvevri winemaking, and why Georgia continues to capture the attention of wine lovers around the globe.
Join Us This August
Whether you're pursuing a WSET certification, attending your first wine class, or exploring a rare masterclass, we look forward to welcoming you to Florida Wine Academy.
Browse our complete calendar of upcoming events:
https://floridawineacademy.com/collections/events
See you in class!
Alessandra Esteves
Director of Wine Education
Florida Wine Academy