17th, 18th & 24th Sept 2022 (9am - 5pm)
|South West London
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
The 3-day qualification is the perfect course for the wine enthusiasts who want to build on their wine knowledge. You’ll gain enviable knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce.
Time & Location
17th, 18th & 24th Sept 2022 (9am - 5pm)
South West London
About the Event
This WSET qualification is perfect for those who are starting out in the hospitality industry or those enthusiasts who want to know more information about the journey of grape to glass..
During this course you will cover;
- How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT)
- How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Grigio/Gris
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Riesling
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Pinot Noir
- Syrah/Shiraz
-The style and quality of wines:
-made from 22 regionally important grape varieties (e.g. Nebbiolo, Malbec and Viognier)
- produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world
- How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:
- Sparkling wines
- Fortified wines
- Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality
- Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine
- Principles of food and wine pairing
You will receive a full study guide, use of glassware and spittoons, tutoring with a WSET accredited educator and tasting of at least at least 25 different wines from around the world
The course includes a 50 question multiple choice examination at the end of the day to validate the learning with a pass mark of 55%. Upon successful completion of the multiple choice exam, you will receive a certificate and lapel.