WSET Level 2 Award in Wine - Classroom - East London

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner to intermediate level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence. What you'll learn How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT) How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:

• Chardonnay
• Pinot Grigio/Gris
• Sauvignon Blanc
• Riesling
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Merlot
• Pinot Noir
• Syrah/Shiraz

The style and quality of wines made from 22 regionally important grape varieties produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:

• Sparkling wines
• Fortified wines

Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine Principles of food and wine pairing Course delivery This qualification has a minimum requirement of 28 hours of study time:

• 16 hours of delivery time with a WSET EDucator
• 11 hours of personal study and revision
• A 1 hour examination

Assessment A one-hour closed-book examination comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. On successful completion of the examination you will receive a WSET certificate and   lapel pin. Entry requirements There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You must be of legal drinking to participate in any alcohol tasting. However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification. Who should consider studying for WSET Level 2? 1. The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines 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 wines available. The qualification is suitable wherever a good level of product knowledge is required to underpin job skills and competencies. The course is an absolute must for anyone considering pursuing a career in the wine industry. Acheiving a good grade in this qualification provides the knowledge required for those wishing to progress on to the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines. 2. The course is also appropriate for those not employed in the drinks industry who wish to study wine using a structured curriculum and formal assessment. Please note - you do not need to have completed WSET Level 1 in order register for Level 2. It is a natural progression for those who have attended the East London Wine School 8 Week World of Wine Course.  Not sure if this is the right level for you? Click here to view the Course Specification including sample exam questions. Weekend Courses - who are they designed for?

• We run Sunday and Saturday sessions for those who have a busy schedule during the week.  
• The sessions run from 10.30am and finishing by 5pm, which enables you plenty of time to arrive punctually and enough time to enjoy your evening.
• There are 3 full sessions at the end of the final day is the exam.  

Course Outline:

• Sat 20th Feb Session 1 - Tasting Technique, Production of wine
• Sat 27th Feb Session 2 – Focus on Grape varieties
• Sat 6th March Session 3 - Sparkling & Fortified Wines plus 1-hour Exam

What's included in the Course Fee?

•  All WSET course materials including; Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, Specification book and Tasting Card
• All tasting wine (approx 30-35 wines)
• All course tuition
• Examination Paper

What's not included in the Course Fee? You will need six ISO tasting glasses. You can buy these yourselves or we can supply them for you at a cost of £10 for a box of six. Please let us know at least two weeks before the course starts so that we can arrange a supply.