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WSET Level 1 Award - 1 Day Classroom Course - East London

Saturday 5 December 2020

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WSET Level 1 Award - 1 Day Classroom Course - East London
The WSET Level 1 Award is a good introductory first course for the wine enthusiast who wishes to be introduced in a structured way to - wine styles, storing and serving of wine, and food and wine matching and also provides the basic product knowledge and skills in the service and retail of wine to prepare a person for their first job in hospitality or retail. COURSE SYNOPSIS 
  • Wine Tasting : Taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting
  • Food and Wine Matching : A practical guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully
  • Wine Service and Storage : Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wine
  • Social Responsibility : A guide to sensible drinking
  • Types and Styles of Wine : Learn about what makes wines taste different
  • Grape Varieties : Learn about the characteristics and styles of wines produced from the main grape varieties
  • Main white grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
  • Main black grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz
  • Named Wines : White: Pinot Grigio, Sancerre, Chablis, Sauternes
  • Red:  Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti
  • Number of Wines Tasted : Minimum 8 wines will be tasted as part of the course
  • Study Materials : Students will receive the Foundation Certificate Study Guide
  • Duration of course : 1 day inclusive of examination
  • Modes of Study : Day Release
  • Examination : 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. A mark of 70% required to pass
  • Certification : All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin. 
9 wines will be tasted as part of the course, all students receive a Foundation Certificate Study Guide. Course Duration - 1 day inclusive of examination (30 multiple choice questions).  The Fee includes
  • study book
  • 9 wines
  • food & wine matching
  • professional WSET tuition by WSET-Certified Tutor
  • examination fees
  • internationally-recognised WSET qualification certificate

Event details

Date
Saturday 5 December 2020
Time
10:00 to 18:00
Type
Wine course
Cost
£170
Booking required
Yes
Venue details
David Game College, 31 Jewry Street, EC3N 2ET