WSET Level 2 Award in Wines (3 Day Course - Tuesdays - with Exam)

Schedule

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Sobo:Sommelier | Bournemouth, EN

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This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
This course runs over 3 TUESDAYS 9am-5pm in Southbourne.
Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.
You do not have to first complete Level 1 - you can jump in straight at this level (Level 2) if you like.
Course dates
3 x TUESDAY sessions running 9.00am-5pm.
for the MARCH Course is 11, 18, 25 November
The final day includes the multiple-choice exam. If a problem arises and you think you cannot attend the exam date there is an option to take it online at home (£35 fee for remote invigilation) or you can wait until our next occasion.
We recommend a minimum of 14 hours of additional home study
What the course covers
16 hours of tuition covering:
how to describe different wines with confidence 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 from around the world:
- made from 22 regionally important grape varieties
- produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs)
Sparkling wines
Fortified wines
Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality
Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wines
Principles of food and wine pairing
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