WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
This course covers the major grape varieties, wine making techniques, Label Terminology and the main wine-producing countries. Students are able to taste wine professionally using a deeper WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting.
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PROGRAMME OUTLINE
How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:
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Chardonnay
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Pinot Grigio/Gris
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Sauvignon Blanc
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Riesling
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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Merlot
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Pinot Noir
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Syrah/Shiraz
The style and quality of wines:
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made from 22 regionally important grape varieties
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produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world
How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:
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Sparkling wines
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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
EXAMINATION
1 hour, a multiple choice paper of 50 questions
Passing Grade: 55% correct answer
*English examination paper
TOTAL DURATION
16 hours
COURSE FEE
HK$ 7,350
Early bird fee: HK$ 7,250 (2 weeks before commencement date)