ONLINE: WSET Level 3 Theory Grape Variety Workshop: Cabernet Sauvignon

Jimmy Smith has created a series of nine extremely useful online workshops covering the major nine grape varieties featured in the WSET Level 3 course. These 'Noble Nine' are grape varieties that feature regularly in the WSET Level 3 examination due to the high volume of content found in the textbook (Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris/Grigio, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/Shiraz).

These interactive workshops will explore in-depth each of these key grape varieties through important theory closely following the WSET Level 3 syllabus with a detailed presentation designed to help you understand the key factors affecting the styles produced across the regions where the grape variety is represented.

In these Theory-focussed workshops, Jimmy will also walk you through key multiple choice and short-written answer questions to help you understand how to approach your answers for your examination. These workshops are ideal for preparation towards the WSET Level 3 Theory exam.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: These workshops will focus on the Theory portion of the WSET Level 3 examination and there will NOT be a practical tasting review covered during this session. 

BUNDLE DISCOUNT OFFER: Students booking more than one session of the workshop series in one transaction can access the following discounts:

• 3 or more in a single purchase can use PROMO CODE: NOBLE3 to receive 10% off
• 6 or more in a single purchase can use PROMO CODE: NOBLE6 to receive 15% off
• All 9 a single purchase can use PROMO CODE: NOBLE9 to receive 25% off

Session 1: Cabernet Sauvignon 

Thick skinned, which gives deep colour, flavour and extract (high tannins and acidity). As a result, wines are well-suited to oak maturation and bottle-ageing - higher percentages of new oak help to soften the dry tannins in the grape.

Late ripening, which can be an issue in cooler regions and colder vintages (harsh tannins and herbaceous notes). This can be an issue in marginal climates or cool years.

Grown all over the world in moderate, warm and hot climates - native to Bordeaux in France (in particular Haut-Médoc), where it still produces some of the best examples globally.

The Workshop Registration Includes:

• Access to 'LIVE' virtual, interactive lesson taught by Wine School founder and WSET Level 3 Certified Tutor Jimmy Smith (and access to the recording of the tasting). Students will have the opportunity to engage with him and other workshop participants online. Active engagement is very much encouraged to get the most out of the tasting, however we understand that sometimes plans can change, so all students will have access to the tasting recording.