Who is the course aimed at? A beginner to intermediate qualification exploring wines. - Front line staff working in the wine or hospitality industry. - Wine consumers interested in learning more. Topics covered in the course include: - How wine is made - What factors influence wine style - The key grape varieties - The important wine-producing regions of the world - Label terminology - Food and wine pairing principles - How to describe wine using the WSET Level 2 systematic approach to tasting (approx 30 wines to taste throughout the course) How long is the course? - Three full days or six evening sessions. - At the end of the course there is an official closed book examination (50 multiple choice questions). When can I study? This course is split into three full days: - Saturday 7th November, 9am - 5pm + Saturday 14th November, 9am - 5pm + Saturday 21st November, 9am - 5pm Course fees? - £600 - this includes a study guide, wine samples, tuition, examination and certificate. This three day course also includes tea or coffee and freshly baked pastries on arrival each day, a lunch comprising of a selection of sandwiches and chips each day, plus refreshments of water, tea or coffee throughout each day. Car parking is available on site, free of charge. More information: Please contact us on 01832 273502 to ask any questions or to sign up over the phone.

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