“I recently passed my WSET Level III course and I must say that I am very happy I took the course through Adventure in Wine. Michelle was a great teacher, and had the in-depth knowledge needed to explain the course work far beyond the written text, making the course all the more interesting. She also encouraged us to push ourselves, to really think about what we were tasting, and the reasons behind it. The option to order accompanying wine tasting sets was also an added bonus; it was not only easier, but also offered us samples of wines we may otherwise never have encountered. By pushing us to look beyond the bare minimums needed for an exam pass, I was ultimately well-prepared for the final test. This was a challenging course but also a rewarding experience that I do not feel I would have had without Michelle’s guidance. Highly recommended.”
— Mario Stojanac
“I took the WSET 3 course 2 years after completing WSET 2 on-site in my home city. I was skeptical about on-line learning, but Michelle made me feel comfortable and made the classes fun. I consistently finished the classes feeling that I had a much better understanding of the course material.
Michelle is a very good teacher. I found her particularly good at guiding the class through the tasting sessions. She helped me achieve a much better understanding of the structure of wine and gave me an approach to tasting that really improved my confidence.
As a mature-learner, I sometimes felt overwhelmed by the volume and depth of the course information. Michelle encouraged us and spent a lot of time coaching us on exam preparation. She was also always available to answer questions outside the on-line class time. She really helped focus my studying and in the end I found I was well prepared for the exam. Ultimately, I got a Pass with Distinction. I would not hesitate to take another course instructed by Michelle.”
— Rebecca MacIntosh
“I was looking for a WSET Level 2 provider, and was hesitant to join an online class because of previous experiences with online university courses. After much research, I decided to join the online WSET Level 2 course with Michelle at Adventure in Wine, and I am so happy with my decision. With bi-weekly wine tasting deliveries and live lectures, the course deliverables were comparable to in-person learning. The zoom classes were scheduled like a regular course and the guided wine tastings were very helpful. Michelle’s passion for wine is truly reflected in her teaching and she is always there to answer any questions throughout the course. I am so happy with my final results and cannot wait to take the next WSET Level 3 with Michelle!”
— Mia Trdina
“I have taken WSET Level 1, 2, and I am currently taking Level 3 with Adventure in Wine. Michelle inspired me to keep learning about wine! She is an amazing teacher and I am grateful for her and the wonderful people I have met through the courses. I highly recommend any of the three levels. It has been the bright spot in the pandemic!”
— Heather Badalato
“I can’t say enough about my wonderful experience with Adventure in Wine. I took the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and was so impressed with the knowledgeable instruction Michelle provided during the interactive weekly classes on Zoom (there’s no question she can’t answer!), the care she took to ensure me and my classmates had all the support we needed, and how responsive she was before, during and after the course. The unique format she offered allowed me to learn about wine even during a pandemic, and I also met a wonderful community of like-minded new friends who also love wine. Thank you, Michelle!”
— Christy Nair
“I can’t thank Michelle Paris of Adventure in Wine enough for all her advice and guidance before, during and even after I finished the course. Her supportive learning environment made for a truly positive learning experience despite the fact that we were learning virtually.”
— Cindy Pritchard
“This was a great interactive way to learn about wine. I took the WSET Level 1 course and the instructor was fantastic! They make sure you are fully prepared and give you lots of time to review. I recommend Adventure in Wine for anyone interested in taking the WSET programs.”
— Mellie Cargill
“I have wanted to take WSET2 for a long time but distance, commuting, and then Covid posed a challenge. When I found Adventure in Wine was runing the course online i jumped at the chance to register. The course was a great experience! The lessons were fun and informative, and the wine selection was well curated. Michelle is passionate and extremekly knowledgeable about wine which is evident by her enthusiasm she brings each week. I am looking forward to continuing my journey with Adventure in Wine and can’t wait for WSET3!”
— Susan Walker
“I took the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines with Michelle and had a fabulous experience. Whether you join the class with prior knowledge or as a complete beginner, Michelle makes the learning engaging, accessible, and most of all, fun. Highly recommended!”
— Emma Bell
“I reached out to Adventures in Wine during the COVID 19 Crisis as I wanted to be sure to make use of the time which we were locked down and at home with no work. Michelle Paris was so very welcoming and help to address all of my questions and concerns about taking this class at a distance. Michelle is so incredibly knowledgeable and really cares about her students. The class was fun and even though the students never physically met, Michelle was able to create a fun environment where I looked forward to meeting up with the group weekly on-line. Michelle helped me to reach my goal and my desire to succeed at the Level 2 WSET exam and graduate with Distinction. In fact, I achieved a perfect score on the exam. I do not think I could have done this without her encouragement and enthusiasm. I feel that my knowledge of wine and the world of wine has greatly improved. Thank you Michelle, and Adventure in Wine.”
— Marc Raper
“I first met Michelle serendipitously through the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers program at Niagara College where she taught us several classes. Over the course of the program, we had had several different teachers shedding light on many in-depth topics. All delivered their expertise in different ways, much like so many educators do. Some do it well, others do it very well.Each lecture was interesting, but Michelle’s lectures came to life at each and every turn. She was not reading from our lecture notes, but merely using them in a pragmatic way to get through the plethora of information. Not only was her vast knowledge evident, but her experiences made every strand of information stay wildly vivid in my mind...forever.How did she do that? Passion, knowledge, experience and a love to share all she had learned over the years with the students in our class. That way, we would not forget the important details of the regions of the New World. It worked. I will never forget her. I listened and hung from every word, because she loved it - you could tell. And most importantly, since she didn’t read from notes, she lived it and spoke it and I “banked” it. I highly recommend Michelle as an instructor. Even if you get 20 minutes to chat with Michelle, you will walk away having learned something!”
— Jennifer Vipond, Sommelier and Owner of Bruce Wine Bar
