WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Essential Study Plan
Course Highlights
Learn how to recognise the characteristics of the most important varieties and wine styles, including Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Chianti, Rioja, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay and regionally important varieties such as Torrontes, Malbec, Albarino, Viognier and Pinotage.
Learn how to interpret a wine label by understanding where it's from, the grape variety it is made from, and other terms such as Reserva, Grand Cru, Barrel Fermented, and Vielles Vignes.
Learn why wines vary in quality, price and availability.
Learn the difference between Champagne and Prosecco, why Sherry is the wine trade's favourite style and why Port isn't just Port!
Learn which wine is best to pair with your food and how your wine can be affected by the characteristics of food.
Learn which glass and what temperature is best for your wine. Learn how to recognise the most common faults.
Upon completing the course describing wines made from the world's most important grapes and recommending wines will come naturally. You'll be able to interpret wine labels and wine lists to help drive informed purchasing decisions, and you'll be able to work credibly with wine industry professionals.
Level: Intermediate. Level 2 is ideal if you want to improve your knowledge and develop your skills. Some knowledge and experience would help, but it is possible to start at this level if it’s a completely new subject to you.
Course Highlights
Learn how to recognise the characteristics of the most important varieties and wine styles, including Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Chianti, Rioja, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay and regionally important varieties such as Torrontes, Malbec, Albarino, Viognier and Pinotage.
Learn how to interpret a wine label by understanding where it's from, the grape variety it is made from, and other terms such as Reserva, Grand Cru, Barrel Fermented, and Vielles Vignes.
Learn why wines vary in quality, price and availability.
Learn the difference between Champagne and Prosecco, why Sherry is the wine trade's favourite style and why Port isn't just Port!
Learn which wine is best to pair with your food and how your wine can be affected by the characteristics of food.
Learn which glass and what temperature is best for your wine. Learn how to recognise the most common faults.
Upon completing the course describing wines made from the world's most important grapes and recommending wines will come naturally. You'll be able to interpret wine labels and wine lists to help drive informed purchasing decisions, and you'll be able to work credibly with wine industry professionals.
Level: Intermediate. Level 2 is ideal if you want to improve your knowledge and develop your skills. Some knowledge and experience would help, but it is possible to start at this level if it’s a completely new subject to you.
Course Highlights
Learn how to recognise the characteristics of the most important varieties and wine styles, including Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Chianti, Rioja, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay and regionally important varieties such as Torrontes, Malbec, Albarino, Viognier and Pinotage.
Learn how to interpret a wine label by understanding where it's from, the grape variety it is made from, and other terms such as Reserva, Grand Cru, Barrel Fermented, and Vielles Vignes.
Learn why wines vary in quality, price and availability.
Learn the difference between Champagne and Prosecco, why Sherry is the wine trade's favourite style and why Port isn't just Port!
Learn which wine is best to pair with your food and how your wine can be affected by the characteristics of food.
Learn which glass and what temperature is best for your wine. Learn how to recognise the most common faults.
Upon completing the course describing wines made from the world's most important grapes and recommending wines will come naturally. You'll be able to interpret wine labels and wine lists to help drive informed purchasing decisions, and you'll be able to work credibly with wine industry professionals.
Level: Intermediate. Level 2 is ideal if you want to improve your knowledge and develop your skills. Some knowledge and experience would help, but it is possible to start at this level if it’s a completely new subject to you.
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The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines teaches...
How wine style is influenced in the vineyard.
How winemaking influences wine style.
The characteristics of the principal grape varieties, their origins, how they're made, labelled, and taste.
How sparkling and fortified wines are made and their characteristics.
The principles of wine service and storage.
How to evaluate aroma, flavour and taste.
For more information on what you will learn please see the WSET L2 Award in Wines Specification.
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Accompanying book pack “Wines: Looking Behind the Label".
Support from a WSET Certified Educator.
1-hour, 50 multiple-choice questions closed-book examination.
Free digital download.
Access to the Claire Drinks Online Classroom for one year from registration.
Video content, activities, quizzes and a mock exam.
Recommended samples list.
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20th January 2025 (deadline for booking 5 pm 13th January 2025)
You will be working closely with Claire Blackler MW as your dedicated WSET Certified Educator. You will get personalised one-to-one support throughout your studies (and most likely beyond) to help you achieve your study goals.
You have the complete flexibility to schedule your studies around your home and work life. However, it typically takes 6-10 weeks to complete a WSET L2 qualification.
You have the choice of a hard-copy book pack or an ebook. The licence for the ebook expires after one year.
Your study pack will be dispatched shortly before your course is due to start. It will include your hard-copy book pack (textbook, workbook and laminated copy of the WSET’s Systematic Approach to Tasting) and a Claire Drinks tasting mat.
Immediately upon registration, you will receive a link to a free digital download that covers the first module.
You will have access to the Claire Drinks Online Classroom throughout your studies. Hosted by the open-source learning management system Moodle, the Online Classroom comprises directed reading plans, audio and video content, activities, quizzes, recommendations for tasting samples, and additional learning resources. The Online Classroom can be accessed on your desktop, laptop, mobile or tablet, so you can study whether you're on the bus, on the beach or at the bar!
The examination will be taken by remote invigilation. To give you ultimate flexibility, you can take the exam at any time and on any date. You will need a desktop, a smartphone and a stable internet connection to complete it successfully. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
If you are successful you will receive a certificate and pin.
Learn more about studying the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or Spirits with Claire Drinks.
If you’re wondering whether Level 2 is right for you, have a go at the following questions that you might find in a Level 2 examination:
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Pinot Noir
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South Eastern Australia
If you knew the answers to these questions then maybe WSET Level 3 Award in Wines would be more suitable.
