[NSW] WSET Level 2 in Wines – Sydney – with Bacchus Academy

Course Description
The WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines explores the wines of the world and includes a wine tasting in each class.

The program has been designed to provide vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry with little knowledge of the broad range of international alcoholic beverages. It is ideal for those seeking a good level of product knowledge, job skills and competencies in handling international wines and spirits. The program is also appropriate for those not employed in the drinks industry but who wish to expand their knowledge of international wines.

Those obtaining the WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines will be able to interpret the labels of the major wines of the world and give basic guidance on appropriate selection and service, as well as understand the principles of wine tasting and evaluation.

Course Dates
Monday 9 September 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 16 September 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 23 September 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 30 September 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 7 October 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 14 October 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 21 October 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Monday 28 October 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Exam: Monday 11 November 2024 | 5pm – 7pm
Registration closes
Registration and payment close: 2 September 2024

Key goals
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 and 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

Content
Factors that influence the main styles of wine
Characteristics of the principal grape varieties
Key labeling terms on a bottle to deduce the style and flavours of wines made in key regions and from the regions principal grape variety
Principles of food & wine matching in relation to the wine styles being tasted and discussed
WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting to produce descriptions of wines
Information and advice on the correct storage and service of wines
Participation in a one-hour multiple choice examination is required in the final session.

WSET® Level 2 examination:
Complete the program of training and successfully complete:

A closed book examination consisting of 50 multiple choice questions
A total mark of 55% is required to achieve a pass.