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WSET Level 2 Course in Wine
February 13, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm UTC+4
AED3675Take Your WSET L2 Course in Wine with The Tasting Class in Dubai
The WSET L2 Award in Wine is a beginner to intermediate level qualification exploring wine for both wine enthusiasts and those working in the industry.
For individuals seeking a core understanding of wine, this qualification explores the major varieties and important regions in which they are grown. You’ll learn about beverage styles produced as well as key classifications and labelling terminology. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET Level 2 certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
Pre-registration for this course is required.
What do you learn about in the WSET Level 2 Wine Course?
How to taste and describe grapes using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting ®(SAT)
How environmental factors, grape-growing, viniculture and maturation options influence the style and quality of grapes 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 grapes:
- 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 grape styles
- Fortified grape styles
Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality.
Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of grapes
Principles of food and wine pairing
This qualification has a minimum requirement of 28 hours of study time, including 16 hours of classroom or online delivery time with a WSET course provider from The Tasting Class. Delivery will vary by course provider; however, this is the minimum requirement that should be met. Download Course Specification
Included in the course price – 3675 AED:
- Study materials
- Level 2: Award in wine exam
- Certificate and pin
- Lunch and coffee break
- 3 full-day sessions, including a minimum of 40 grape samples
- 2 x off courier services within the UAE
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual.
All candidates registered for the course will be kept up to date.
Exams will be only be allowed for students who sit the course with The Tasting Class via either of the options above.
Resits for the exam only will be allowed for students who have studied with The Tasting Class and other external providers. Email confirmation from the external course provider will be required, confirming successful completion of the online course to be able to resit the exam with The Tasting Class.
Course Dates
- 3 Day Course – February 13, 20 and 27, 2021. 10AM – 6PM. Registration closes on February 10.