WSET Level 2 (intermediate) Course

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits (Intermediate)

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry who have little previous knowledge of the broad range of alcoholic beverages available. The qualification is suitable wherever a good level of product knowledge is required to underpin job skills and competencies. The course is also appropriate for those not employed in the drinks industry but who have a serious interest in wine, and wish to broaden their knowledge in a structured way. This qualification has full accreditation from the UK Government’s Qualifications & Curriculum Authority as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. This qualification provides the knowledge required for those wishing to progress on to the Level 3 Award in Wines & Spirits.

COURSE SYNOPSIS

Wine Tasting: Taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting

Food and Wine Matching: A guide to the key considerations when matching food & wine successfully

Wine Service and Storage: Learn the correct way to store and serve wine & recognise common faults found in wines

Labelling: Learn how to decode & understand labels

Factors influencing the Style of Wine: Study the factors influencing the style, quality & price of wine in the vineyard & winery

Grape Varieties: Learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international & regionally important grape varieties

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 & South Africa

Number of Wines Tasted: 30-35 wines will be tasted as part of the course

Study Materials: Students will receive an Intermediate course study pack, consisting of the course book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions, and forms for your own tasting notes) and laminated tasting card.

Duration of course: 3 Days - 10am - 4pm

Recommended Private Study: 12 hours additional private study is recommended for this course. It is strongly recommended that the majority of the private study is done in preparation for the course.

Examination: 50 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 1 hour. A mark of 55% required to pass

Certification: All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.

Course Program February, March & April 2013:

Wine & Spirit Education Trust

The WSET courses provide nationally-recognised qualifications for Wine Industry professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. The courses are all examined and certificated within the QCF (Qualifications and Credits Framework) approved by the government.