Event Description
Who would love to get to grips with the wonderful world of wine! Plus, ideal for those who are considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry.
Wine Tasting: Taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting
Food and Wine Matching: A practical guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully
Wine Service and Storage: Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wine
Social Responsibility: A guide to sensible drinking
Types and Styles of Wine : Learn about what makes wines taste different
Grape Varieties: Learn about the characteristics and styles of wines produced from the main grape varieties
Main white grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
Main black grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz
Named Wines: Pinot Grigio, Sancerre, Chablis, Sauternes, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti
Number of Wines Tasted: Minimum 9 wines will be tasted as part of the course
Study Materials: Students will receive the WSET Level 1 Study Guide
Duration of course: 6 hours tuition plus the examination
Examination: 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. A mark of 70% required to pass
Certification: All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.
You can read the full specification for the course here - WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN WINES
The Fee includes
• study book
• 6 wines to taste
• practical food and wine pairing
• professional WSET tuition by WSET-Certified Tutors
• examination fees
• internationally recognised WSET qualification certificate
Special Educational Needs:
Please make the school aware if you have a condition which may mean that you will qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia.