WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The course will cover:
- How environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made from eight principal grape varieties:
– Chardonnay
– Pinot Grigio/Gris
– Sauvignon Blanc
– Riesling
– Cabernet Sauvignon
– Merlot
– Pinot Noir
– Syrah/Shiraz
- Key labelling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality
- The style and quality of wines made from 22 regionally important grape varieties and produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world
- How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of sparkling wines and fortified wines
- Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine
- Principles of food and wine pairing
- How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT)
You’ll be able to taste over 45 wines during the course by using the WSET level 2 wine SAT to understand the style and quality of the eight principal grape varieties.
Successful candidates will be able to describe and compare the styles of wines produced from internationally and regionally important grape varieties, interpret wine labels from the main wine producing regions of the world and give basic guidance on appropriate selection and service, as well as understand the principles of wine tasting and evaluation.
- 17 years + experience in wine education and we are well connected with the wine & sake industry
- Our educators are knowledgeable, passionate, engaging and sharing a commitment to delivery courses and tastings to the highest educational standards
- All our courses and tastings are delivered with utmost professionalism filled with fun
- We will provide extra support for your learning in-class and between classes
- Incredible wine and sake selection. All wines and sakes are specially chosen to showcase the best examples for educational requirements. We will make sure every wine and sake we select has a story to tell
- Great networking among students. Many of our students form life long bonds with one another to share a mutual passion
- Fun and exclusive wine & sake study trips
Green Room, 3/F, The Hive, 33-35 Hillier Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Duration
16 tutorial hours
Examination
Duration: 1 Hour
Format: 50 multiple-choice questions
Passing grade
– Pass: 55% – 69%
– Pass with Merit: 70% – 84%
– Pass with Distinction: 85% and above
Entry Requirement
There are no entry requirements for this qualification but you are recommended to have WSET Level 1 Award in Wines or equivalent level of knowledge. You must be aged 18 or above.
| Code | Date | Time | Language | Fee | Examination Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIC2207 (Weekday evening) |
Jul 18,25 Aug 1,8,15,22, 29 Sep 5 (Mon) |
7:30pm-9:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 6,800 | 8 Oct
Sat, 10:00am-11:00am |
Full |
| WIC2208WK (Weekend Intensive) |
Aug 20,27 Sep 3,10 (Sat) |
1:00pm-5:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 7,280 | 15 Oct
Sat, 10:00am-11:00am |
Full |
| WI2208 (Weekday evening) |
Aug 25 Sep 1,8,15, 22,29 Oct 6,13 (Thu) |
7:30pm-9:30pm | English | HKD 7,280 | 12 Nov
Sat, 6:30pm-7:30pm |
Full |
| WIC2209 (Weekday evening) |
Sep 23,30 Oct 7,14, 21,28 Nov 4,11 (Fri) |
7:30pm-9:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 7,280 | 3 Dec
Sat, 10:00am-11:00am |
Full |
| WIC2211 (Weekday evening) |
Nov 1,8,15,22,29 Dec 6,13,20 (Tue) |
7:30pm-9:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 7,280 | TBD | Enrol |
| WIC2212 (Weekday evening) |
Dec 2,9,16,23, 30 Jan 6,13,20 (Fri) |
7:30pm-9:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 7,280 | TBD | Enrol |
| WIC2301 (Weekday evening) |
Jan 1, 12, 19 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar 2 (Thu) *No Class on Jan 26 |
7:30pm-9:30pm | Cantonese | HKD 7,280 | TBD | Enrol |
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.