WSET® Level 1 Award In Wines
This is a one-day course (9:00-5:00) where participants have the opportunity to taste 10 styles of wines and experiment with food and wine pairings.
This qualification provides a direct introduction to wine. It is ideal for first time employees in the wine industry, consumers with basic knowledge, as well as beginners. This course focuses on the art of tasting wine, the characteristics of the principal wine styles and the major grape varieties, and the basics of food and wine pairing. Participants will leave with a solid foundation and the confidence necessary for the service of wine.
Program Outline
- The main styles of wine
- The WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine
- The characteristics of the major grapes
- Service of wine
- Health, safety, and legal issues
- The pairing of food and wine
Examination: To gain the qualification students must pass a multiple choice test of 30 questions.
Specification for the WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines
WSET® Certifications
WSET® represents the world reference for wine training. Spread over three successive levels, the course offered delivers internationally recognized diplomas at each stage. WSET® education is for everyone, amateurs and professionals alike.