WSET Level 1 in Wines - The David Game Private College

The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course is the perfect starting point for anyone with no, or little experience of wine tasting. Who would love to get to grips with the wonderful world of wine! Plus, ideal for those who are considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry. 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: Pinot Grigio, Sancerre, Chablis, Sauternes, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti Number of Wines Tasted: Minimum 9 wines will be tasted as part of the course Study Materials: Students will receive the WSET Level 1 Study Guide Duration of course: 6 hours tuition plus the examination 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.