Description

An advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine aficionados who want to engross themselves in the world of wine.

This qualification provides a detailed understanding of viticulture and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style, quality and aging potential.

Course Dates: 

In-Class: 2nd September, 9th September, 16th September, 30th September, 7th October, 14th October

Self Study: 23rd September

Exam 21st October ½ day

Location: Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites

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

Course Delivery: 7 Days over 8 consecutive weeks. Breakdown of hours: 30 hours in person classroom learning,  54 hours of personal study and revision. Course includes 1 full revision day

Tasting: 60+ Wines

Course Duration: 7 Days, 9am – 6pm,

Exam: 120 min multiple choice + short written answer exam, Blind Tasting of two wines

Award: Certificate and Metal Lapel Pin

What you'll learn

Unit 1

• The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling
• How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal
  • still wines of the world
  • sparkling wines of the world
  • fortified wines of the world
• How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality

Unit 2

• How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the
•  WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT) (click to download)

Assessment

• Unit 1 is assessed by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions and a short-written answer paper.
• Unit 2 is assessed by a blind tasting of two wines.
• This qualification is regulated by Ofqual

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course and exam to participate in any alcohol tasting.

Course Information

For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below.

• Specification Level 3 (click to download)
• WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting® (SAT) (click to download)

Policies

• Read the Grape Secrets Policies
• Read the Grape Secrets Reasonable Adjustments Policies
• Read the Course Specification