French Wine Scholar Study & Certification Program

The French Wine Scholar program is a study and certification program providing current, accurate and indepth information on the wines and wine regions of France.

Developed and administrated by the French Wine Society with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this program is aimed at advanced students of wine whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists.

Individuals who follow this in-depth curriculum and pass the exam, earn the French Wine Scholar (FWS) post-nominal which may be incorporated into a professional signature (e.g. John Smith, FWS).

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