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When you book your course, you'll receive access to a structured online learning package from Wine With Jimmy, at no additional cost, designed to support your studies and help you prepare with confidence.
Your access code will be sent to you on the day your course starts. Simply redeem it on the Wine With Jimmy website to get started.
Course Description
This is a 3 day classroom course format of the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.
This immersive course explores the world's major grape varieties and important wine regions. Through a mixture of tasting and theory sessions you will learn about the factors that influence the style and quality of wine, the basics of wine production, key labelling terminology and important wine classifications.
Who is this course for?
The WSET Level 2 Award in wines course is suitable for anybody who wants to learn about a wide range of wines. For anybody working in the wine or hospitality industry it offers an internationally recognised qualification and the course is also suitable for amateur enthusiasts who want to enhance their enjoyment of wine by learning about it in a structured way. The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification.
No prior wine knowledge is required however the course builds upon the WSET level 1 Award in Wines which may be more suitable for those completely new to wine. Due to the condensed format of the 3-day course you will be expected to have read some of the study book prior to starting the course.
What you will learn:
- Wine tasting: You will learn how to taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT)
- Food and wine pairing: You will learn the principles of food and wine pairing
- Wine service and storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wine and how to recognise common faults found in wine
- Labelling: You will learn how to decode and understand wine labels
- Factors influencing the Style of Wine: You will explore how environmental factors, grape-growing, vineyard and maturation options influence the style and quality of the wines made all over the world
- Grape Varieties: You'll learn learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international red and white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz) as well as the styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wine regions (GI's) around the world
- Sparkling and Fortified wines: You will be taught how grape varieties and winemaking processes influence the style of wines in these two key wine categories
Course delivery:
- Number of Wines Tasted: around 40 wines will be tasted as part of the course
- Study Materials: Students will receive a complete WSET Level 2 Award in Wines course study pack, comprising the course book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world 'Behind the Label'), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions and forms for your own tasting notes), course specification and laminated 'Systematic Approach To Tasting' card
Duration of course: 3 full-day classroom sessions including the 1 hour multiple choice examination on the final day
Examination : 50 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 1 hour. A mark of 55% required to pass
Certification: All students who pass will be issued with a digital certificate and a lapel pin
N.B. In addition to classroom teaching, students are expected to complete around 12 hours of private study in their own time.
A copy of the full course specification can be read here.
Course dates and times:
- Sunday 1st November 9am to 5.30pm
- Sunday 8th November 9am to 5pm
- Sunday 15th November 9am to 5pm (including the examination)
The course fee of £599 includes:
- All WSET course materials including; Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, specification and SAT Tasting Card
- 3 full days in the classroom lead by a WSET certified wine educator
- Tasting of around 40 typical wines including Champagne, Port & Sauternes
- We will teach you the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine ®
- The use of professional ISO tasting glasses
- All course handouts
- Examination fees, certificate and pin for all those who pass
Registration for this course is required by Friday 19th October. This is to allow adequate time for us to complete the registration process. In certain circumstances we may be able to accept a late application to the course however this will incurr an administration fee of £25 to cover our administration costs.
Special Educational Needs:
Please make us aware if you have a condition that may mean you qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia.
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WSET Level 2 Award in Wines classroom course
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines classroom course exam
Frequently Asked Questions
Wine with Jimmy FAQs
Is the Wine With Jimmy support package included in the course price?
Yes; access is included with your WSET Level 2 or 3 wine course at no additional cost.
How do I access the WWJ earning support?
Book your WSET Level 2 or Level 3 wine course and you'll be sent your activation code on the 1st day of your course. Simply redeem your code on the Wine With Jimmy website to activate your learning support package.
How long will I have access to the Wine With Jimmy support platform for?
Your access lasts for 12 months from the date you redeem/activate your code. Please bear in mind if you activate your code and then delay your classroom course for any reason or your exam is delayed, your access is still only valid for one year from the day you redeem/activate your code.
What does the Wine With Jimmy package include?
The platform provides complementary support to your classroom learning and is designed to help you build knowledge, reinforce key concepts, and support your revision and exam preparation using multi-media learning tools and revision strategies. Alongside our expert-led, in-person teaching, it gives you flexible, on-demand support to guide your learning every step of the way. It is a more complete way to study, combining the best of classroom experience with additional support when you need it.
Do I still need to attend the classroom course?
Yes; the online learning support is designed to complement your in-person teaching, not replace it. Your classroom sessions remain the core of the course, with the online materials providing additional support alongside your studies.
What should I do if I experience difficulties accessing the Wine With Jimmy platform?
If your issue is with the acess code not being recognised, please contact the Local Wine School where you made your booking.
Once you have activated your account if you experience any technical issues or difficulties accessing materials please contact the Wine With Jimmy team at info@winewithjimmy.com
What should I do if I experience technical issues or issues on the WWJ platform after I have activated my code?
Please contact the Wine With Jimmy team via info@winewithjimmy.com
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