WSET

A beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.

For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You’ll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately, and make food and wine pairings. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

What you'll learn
-The main types and styles of wine
-Common wine grapes and their characteristics
-How to store and serve wine
-The principles of food and wine pairing
-How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

The qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice exam of 30 questions. Course delivered over one full day on instruction. Price includes wine samples, glassware, workbook and exam.
$400 +GST

WSET's Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.

This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.

What you'll learn
-How to taste and describe wine 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:
-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 wines
-Fortified wines
-Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality
-Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine
-Principles of food and wine pairing

The qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice exam of 50 questions. Course delivered over four consecutive Sundays. Price includes wine samples, glassware, workbook and exam.
$900 +GST

An advanced level qualification for professionals working in
the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts.

This course is designed to give a thorough understanding of
the factors that affect the style, quality, and price of the principal wines of
the world. The qualification will assist those who are required to make professional
evaluations of wines and upon completion you will receive a WSET certificate
and lapel pin.

What You’ll learn:

-Understanding the factors that influence the style, quality, and price of wines

-Define the natural and human factors in the vineyard and winery

-Identify and locate the principal wine producing regions of the world and describe the style and quality of wines there

-Identify and describe the characteristics of sparkling and fortified wines of the world and how natural and human factors affect style, quality and price

-Provide information and advice on wine selection, storage, and service.

-Identifying common wine faults and food and wine pairing considerations

-How to analyze a wine and describe its characteristics using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)

Prerequisite:

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or equivalent is strongly recommended.

A passing grade of 55% in both the Theory and Tasting Exam
is required to achieve the certification.

Examination Details

Theory Exam:
Two-hour closed book examination
Part 1: 50 multiple-choice questions
Part 2: Four short written answer questions

Tasting Exam:
Two blind wines in 30 minutes
Must describe and analyze the wines according to the Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)