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WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines provides a thorough introduction to the world of international wines — and it’s a genuinely fun and rewarding challenge for any wine lover. Learn about 22 key grape varieties, the styles they produce, and the regions most famous for them. We’ll explore how the natural environment shapes a wine’s style and quality, and you’ll gain an understanding of vineyard management and winemaking techniques and how they influence flavour. You’ll also develop the skills to understand international wine labels and be introduced to important wines from 22 countries.
The course further strengthens your tasting ability by teaching you how to analyse a wine’s appearance, aromas, palate, and quality with confidence.
This is an intermediate-level qualification. If you don’t consider yourself a beginner but haven’t completed a formal wine qualification before, Level 2 is an excellent place to start your WSET journey. It’s also a highly valuable qualification for aspiring sommeliers and anyone working in the drinks or hospitality industry.
Course Dates
Information
Tasting: 40+ Wines
Course Duration: 3 Days, 10am - 6pm
Course Location: Media One Hotel, Media City, Dubai.
Study: 14hrs home study, 18 hrs in person
Exam: 60mins - 50 Multiple Choice Questions
Award: Certificate and Metal Lapel Pin
All inclusive: Catering & Comfort: Breakfast, a two-course lunch, refreshments, valet parking, modern facilities, course materials and local courier delivery of course materials
Pricing
Cost: 3,725 AED
Early Bird Cost: 3,500 AED
Book 4 weeks before the start date to avail the Early Bird discount
Trade and groups of 3+ discounts available
Payment plan also available
We currently do not have any courses scheduled for 2026.
Contact Us for more information.
Topics Covered
Introduction to Wine Tasting, Pairing, Storage & Service
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Learn to taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting.
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Discover the key considerations when pairing food and wine successfully.
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Learn the processes and principles of wine storage and service.
Factors Affecting Wine Style & Quality
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Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the style and quality of the wine.
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Learn the meaning of labelling terms related to vine age and grape-growing options.
Still Red Wine
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Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important black grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced.
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Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Still White Wine.
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Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important white grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced.
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Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Other Styles of Wine
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Learn about the key grape varieties used to produce the principal styles of sparkling and fortified wines.
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Learn the key wine making processes used to make sparkling and fortified wines.
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Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
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​Exam
You have one hour to complete the exam which comprises 50 multi-choice questions and a pass mark of 55%.
Below are the results you can attend and the marks required.
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Pass with Distinction 85% and above
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Pass with Merit Between 70% and 84%
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Pass Between 55% and 69%
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Fail Between 45% and 54%
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Fail unclassified 44% and below
As with every WSET® exam around the world, the exam papers are sent to WSET® in London, UK to be marked to ensure global continuity with the results.
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Results are normally known up to 4 weeks after the exam. WSET® inform us by email and as soon as we know we will inform you by email. The digital certificate will be available as soon as you receive the results and the lapel pin typically follows via courier, shortly after.
If you are unsuccessful, you are able to retake the exam without having to retake the course if you do not wish to.
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