This course is for…
- Individuals starting a career in wine
- Individuals pursuing an interest in wine
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Online
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Online
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Course Description
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines informs students on the main types and styles of wine, utilizing the senses of sight, smell, and taste. This knowledge will equip the students with basic skills on describing wines, as well as making food and wine pairings.
The content covered includes:
- The main types and styles of wine
- Common wine grapes and their characteristics
- How to store and serve wine
- The principles of food and wine pairing
- How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)
Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Wine Tasting, Pairing, Storage & Service
- Learn to taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting.
- Discover the key considerations when pairing food and wine successfully.
- Learn the processes and principles of wine storage and service.
Module 2: Factors Affecting Wine Style & Quality
- Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the style and quality of the wine
- Learn the meaning of labelling terms related to vine age and grape-growing options.
Module 3: Still Red Wines
- Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important black grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced
- Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Module 4: Still White Wine
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- Learn how the environmental and winemaking factors influence the principal and regionally important white grape varieties, how they influence the style and quality of the wines produced
- Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Module 5: Other Styles of Wine
- Learn about the key grape varieties used to produce the principal styles of sparkling and fortified wines.
- Learn the key wine making processes used to make sparkling and fortified wines.
- Learn the meaning of labelling terms indicating style and quality.
Module 6: Revision & Feedback Questionnaire
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- There is a mock multiple choice test to complete.
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Examination
At the very end of the course, students will take a 45 minute examination online. Students who successfully complete the course and exam will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.
Objectives
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- Provide those with little or no prior knowledge of wines with a sound but simple introduction to wines.
- The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, for example people who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors.
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Key Takeaways (at the end of the session
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- Know the key stages in grape growing and winemaking.s.
- Know the types, characteristics and styles of wines made from the principal grape varieties and other examples of wines.
- Know the key principles and practices involved in the storage and service of wine.
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Class Schedule
The online course will span over 4 weeks, covering 7 modules, for a total of 6 hours. There are no live lessons, so you may complete the modules in your own time within this 4 week period.
FAQs
Are there any entry requirements to take this course?
No, there are no entry requirements to take this course.
How long is the examination?
45 minutes
What type of questions are in the exam?
Multiple Choice Questions
How many questions are in the exam?
30 questions
How will I take the exam?
The examination is taken online and is remotely invigilated.
What is a remotely invigilated exam?
Remote invigilation allows for students to take their exam on a computer and they will be monitored via webcam, screen sharing technology, and a secondary recording device (e.g. smartphone).
What is the passing rate of the exam?
You must get at least 70% on the exam to pass.
How long does it take for exam results to get back?
6-8 weeks
Can I retake the exam?
Yes, you can retake the exam as many times as you need.
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