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BRIGHTON - WSET Level 3 in Wines Fridays (Classroom)

Friday 15 October 2021

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BRIGHTON - WSET Level 3 in Wines Fridays (Classroom)
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines is an advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts. For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.  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 and 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). If you are an employer wishing to train your staff this course will equip them with knowledge and understanding of a wide range of products. Assessment Unit 1 is assessed by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions and a paper of short written answers. Unit 2 is assessed by a blind tasting of two wines. This qualification is regulated by Ofqual Entry requirement  It is recommended that you hold the WSET Level 2 Award or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. This course is suitable for someone in a supervisory level position in wine sales and service.  Not sure exactly what is covered in the Level 3 in Wines Course? Click here to view the full Level 3 Course Specification (with Example Questions)   Friday Sessions - who are they designed for?
  • These are ideal for trade professionals and wine enthusiasts
  • There are three x two hour classroom sessions each day, starting at 9.30am and finishing at 4:30pm with an hour break for lunch
  • There are 5 full day sessions (30 classroom hours) and an exam session, spread out over 6 weeks. The final exam day is 11am - 4pm
  • WSET recommends at least 54 hours of home study in addition to the 30 hours of classroom sessions.  
Course Outline (all Fridays)
  • 15th Oct - Sessions 1,2,3 - Intro, tasting technique, natural and human factors with grape-growing & human factors with winemaking
  • 22nd Oct - Session 4,5,6 - Whites wines: Germany,  Alsace, Austria, Tokaji, Burgundy, Loire, Bordeaux + Red / rose wines: Bordeaux, SW France, Loire
  • 29th Oct and 5th Nov - NO CLASS
  • 12th Nov - Session 7,8,9 - Red wines: Burgundy, Wines of Rhone, S France, Spain, Portugal, Northern Italy  
  • 19th Nov - Session 10,11,12 - Central & S Italy, Portugese reds, Premium New World reds and whites + PRACTICE TASTING PAPER
  • 26th Nov - Session 13,14,15 - Regional new world wines, Sparkling Wines, Fortified Wines + PRACTICE SHORT WRITTEN ANSWER QUESTION
  • 3rd Dec - Tasting and Theory Exam Session 9.30am - 1pm  
What's included in the Course Fee?
  • All WSET course materials including; Course manual, Study Guide, Specification book and Tasting Card
  • ISO professional tasting glasses provided at classroom sessions
  • All tasting wines (approx 60 wines)
  • All course tuition inc regular practice questions and homework
  • Examination Papers (Theory Multiple Choice & Written plus Tasting Paper)

Event details

Date
Friday 15 October to Thursday 28 March 2024
Time
09:30 to 13:37
Type
Wine course
Cost
£775
Booking required
Yes
Venue details
Hotel du Vin Brighton 2 Ship Street BN1 2AD