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Grape Secrets is an approved program provider of WSET, the world’s leading body in wine qualifications.
WSET courses are designed to inspire and empower anyone looking to develop their wine knowledge - from beginners to experts, and from enthusiasts to professionals.

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WSET Level 2 Award in Wines

AED3,575.00

Intermediate Course: WSET’s Level 2 Award in Wines suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts wishing to expand their knowledge on the major wine producing countries.

Find out if this course is right for you. Take the Level 2 Award in Wines quiz here.

Description

Description

This qualification is intended for those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained in the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You will deepen your 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. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.

Course delivery: In-person classroom learning in groups up to 15pax. Lunch and coffee breaks included.

Course Duration: 3 Days (18 hours) over four consecutive weeks, 10am – 6pm

Tasting: 40+ Wines

Recommended Self Study: 14hrs (this includes pre-course and revision)

Exam: 60mins – 50 Multiple Choice Questions

What you'll learn

What you'll learn

  • 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

Find out if this course is right for you. Take the Level 2 Award in Wines quiz here.

  • The style and quality of wines:
    • made from 22 regionally important grape varieties
    • 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

assessment

Assessment

  • A one-hour closed-book examination comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions.
  • On successful completion of the examination you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course to participate in any alcohol tasting.

Course Information

Course Information

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

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