WSET Level 1 Course

The WSET courses provide nationally-recognised qualifications for Wine Industry professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. The courses are all examined and certificated within a QCA-approved National Qualifications Framework.

The WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate (NQF level 1) in Wine aims to provide the basic product knowledge and skills in the service and retail of wine to prepare a person for their first job in hospitality or retail.

This course is also a good introductory first course for the wine enthusiast who wishes to be introduced in a structured way to wine styles, storing and serving of wine and food and wine matching.

COURSE SYNOPSIS

• Wine Tasting : Taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting
• Food and Wine Matching : A practical guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully
• Wine Service and Storage : Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wine
• Social Responsibility : A guide to sensible drinking
• Types and Styles of Wine : Learn about what makes wines taste different
• Grape Varieties : Learn about the characteristics and styles of wines produced from the main grape varieties
• Main white grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
• Main black grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz
• Named Wines : White: Pinot Grigio, Muscadet, Sancerre, Chablis, Sauternes
• Red: Claret, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti
• Number of Wines Tasted : 9 wines will be tasted as part of the course
• Study Materials : Students will receive the Foundation Certificate Study Guide
• Duration of course : 1 day inclusive of examination
• Modes of Study : Day Release
• Examination : 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. A mark of 70% required to pass
• Certification : All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.

WSET Level 1 Award Course :: Sat 13th Jul 2013

The WSET Level 1  Award is a good introductory first course for the wine enthusiast who wishes to be introduced in a structured way to -

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