🇬🇧 Oeiras 8 October 2026 | Tasting session: Introduction to Portuguese wines

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Course overview

Highlights of Portugal is a short, accessible, and inspirational wine tasting session designed to introduce participants to the diversity of Portuguese wines. Hosted at Inatel Oeiras, this session offers a guided tasting of up to four wines, showcasing key styles, grape varieties, and regions from across Portugal.

This tasting session is ideal for those who want a focused introduction to Portuguese wine, either as a standalone experience or as a complementary activity alongside WSET courses.

What you will experience

An introduction to Portugal’s wine landscape
A guided tasting of up to four Portuguese wines
Key insights into regional styles and grape varieties
Clear and engaging explanations suitable for all levels
A relaxed and informal learning environment

Session format

Duration; up to 1.5 hours
Style; light, accessible, and inspirational
Wines; up to 4 Portuguese wines

Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this tasting session.
Participants must be of legal drinking age to take part in tastings.

Target audience

Wine enthusiasts curious about Portuguese wines
WSET students looking to add regional context to their studies
Wine tourists and visitors to Portugal
Hospitality and tourism professionals

Venue and booking

This tasting session takes place at Inatel Oeiras.
Registration is completed via the Plansel International Wine School website.
Accommodation and venue services are booked directly with Inatel; a limited number of rooms are reserved for PIWS students.

Combine this tasting with other courses

Highlights of Portugal is designed to fit perfectly around your wine studies in Portugal.

You can combine this tasting session with:

WSET Level 1 + 2 Award in Wines
Add regional context to the global WSET syllabus by exploring Portuguese wines during the same study week.
Portuguese Wine Specialisation – Full day
Start with this short tasting session and continue with a full-day deep dive into all 14 Portuguese wine regions.

This flexible structure allows you to build a complete learning experience, from introductory tasting to in-depth regional specialisation, without additional travel.

Course Features

Lecture 0
Quiz 0
Duration 2 hours
Skill level Beginner
Language English
Students 4
Assessments Yes

Plansel International Wine School

Why Plansel International Wine School?

Plansel International Wine School is a leading wine education provider in Portugal and a WSET Approved Programme Provider. Our educators are experienced wine professionals with backgrounds in winemaking, hospitality, wine trade, and education. This ensures a high-quality, accessible, and engaging tasting experience.

Why focus on Portuguese wines?

Portugal is one of the most diverse wine-producing countries in the world, with a unique range of indigenous grape varieties and wine styles. This tasting session offers a clear and enjoyable introduction to Portuguese wines, ideal for discovering their diversity in a short format.

What happens after my purchase?

After completing your purchase, you will receive a booking confirmation. Please note that for Multibanco payments, an additional confirmation step via your mobile phone is required before the booking becomes final. Practical information about the tasting session will be shared ahead of the event.

Support after the session

After the tasting session, you are welcome to stay in touch with us for further guidance or to join our wine community in Portugal, where we share additional learning opportunities, events, and tastings.

Course materials

This tasting session does not include study books or printed materials. All wines tasted during the session are included and guided by the educator.

Exams and certification

This is an introductory tasting session focused on discovery and enjoyment. It does not include an exam or certification.

Study time

No preparation or prior study is required. The session is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all levels.

Can I take specialisation courses as well as WSET courses?

Yes. This tasting session is designed to complement WSET courses and specialisation programmes. It can be taken alongside WSET Level 1 or level 2 or as an introduction before progressing to the Full day Portuguese Wine Specialisation course.

Is this session suitable for professionals working with wine?

Yes. While accessible for beginners, this tasting session is also valuable for hospitality and tourism professionals who want a concise introduction to Portuguese wine styles and regions.

Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course. When you want to participate in the tasting of alcoholic beverages, you must have reached the minimum age for drinking alcohol. However, if this is not an obstacle to obtain the qualification in itself.

Features

Introduction to Portuguese wine styles and regions
Focus on key grape varieties
Guided tasting of selected Portuguese wines
Accessible and inspirational learning experience

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🇬🇧 Oeiras 8 October 2026 | Tasting session: Introduction to Portuguese wines

Course overview

What you will experience

Session format

Requirements

Target audience

Venue and booking

Combine this tasting with other courses

Course Features

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