Looking behind the Label of Wines : Focusing on grape varieties from around the globe and the key elements whether in the vineyard or in the winery that make them recognisable from one year to the next

£495

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is ideal course for a beginner wishing to learn about a wide range of grapes and styles as well as those wishing to develop the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 in Wines. You will acquire knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world , the regions in which they are grown and the styles of wine that they produce.

• Wine Tasting: How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT)
• The Principles of Pairing Wine & Food
• Service and Storage of Wine
• Grape growing and Related Labelling Terms: How environmental factors, grape – growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines . Labelling Terms relating to Grape growing : GIs, Vine Age, Vintage, Late Harvest.
• Winemaking Processes’
• Grape Varieties and their Still Wine styles: Key International red and white grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvingon , Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz .  Together with  styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wines regions(GI’s) around the World
• Key Wine – Producing Regions of the World: Learn about the main styles of wines from the key wine-producing regions. France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
• Other Styles of Wines: Sparkling Wines & Fortified Wine
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This qualification has a minimum requirement of 28 hours of study time including:

• 16 hours of guided learning (in the classroom)
• 11 hours of personal study and revision

Examination : A one – hour examination with 50 multiple – choice questions to complete taken in the afternoon of the final day of the course and the exam fee is included in the course cost.

• Pass: 55% -69%
• Pass with Merit: 70% – 84%
• Pass with Distinction :85% and above
• On successful completion of the examination you will receive a WSET Certificate a lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

• All WSET course materials including: Looking behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, Specification book and SAT Tasting Card
• Approx : 40 delicious wines to taste including Champagne and Port
• The use of professional ISO tasting glasses
• Duration: 4 days of professional WSET tuition by a WSET Certified tutor inclusive of examination. Timings: 3 days :10am – 4pm & Day 4 :10am – 2pm including examination
• Registration with WSET and all examination fees
• Internationally – recognised certificate and PIN badge upon successful completion
• Comprehensive student support outside of class should you have any questions before, during and after the course
• Teaching of the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT) ® which will enable you to analyse wines objectively and consistently
• Resit fees are not included in the course fee.
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There are no entry requirements for this qualification. If you are completely new to wine then you may wish to study Level 1 Award in Wines but this is by no means essential.  All classes are delivered in English therefore a good Level of English is required.   You must be of legal drinking age at least 18 years old to enrol on any of our courses.  However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification. Requirements may vary.

For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below,  This qualification is regulated by Ofqual

https://www.wsetglobal.com/media/11718/wset_l2wines_specification_en_jun2022_issue11.pdf