Recommended for:
Individuals looking for a core understanding in worldwide wines.
Appropriate for individuals in hospitality, retail and wholesale industries.
Valuable to any individual interested in learning about wines.
Requirements:
No previous study requirements, no wine knowledge is assumed. WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is NOT a prerequisite to taking WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.
At least 21 years of age.
You'll learn:
How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)
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
The style and quality of wines:
made from 22 regionally important grape varieties
produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world
How grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:
Sparkling wines
Fortified wines
Key labeling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality
Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine
Principles of food and wine pairing
You'll achieve:
Successful candidates receive the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines certificate and lapel pin.
For more information and full details on our courses, please download the Specification Guide below.
Online
Learn about wines through our 5-week WSET Level 2 Online study program that is flexible to work around your busy schedule. The WSET Level 2 Online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported and interactive online classroom which allows you to study alongside your peers under the guidance of a dedicated educator. This is a five week, instructor led online course with fixed start and end dates.
The course follows a weekly structure, but it allows the student to work ahead or catch up on activities and forums. There are no set times to log into the course as there are no live chats or webinars.
Each week consists of a series of online activities, often based on group discussion, with an online tutor allocated to guide you in your studies. A timed feedback test is provided at the end of each week for you to practice for the exam and assess your understanding of that week’s topics. Group tasting activities are also provided to familiarize you with the Systematic Approach to Tasting at the beginner level.
Online Class includes:
5 week guided study (1-year course access)
WSET Level 2 Wines Study Kit
Please note that tasting samples are NOT included in the cost of this course. A recommended list of samples will be provided. Spirited Grape students receive a discount on wines purchased at Capri Cellars/Spirited Grape.
WSET Level 2 Wines exam - closed book, 50 multiple choice questions. Exams must be scheduled and taken in person at our Issaquah, WA or Remote Invigilator Online Exam option. Click here for more information.
Technical Requirements
Students will require access to a computer (recommended) and/or smartphone or tablet with the following minimum requirements.
Current Course Schedule:
Classes fill up quickly! Enroll today to secure your seat.
Classes limited to 25 people (Got a group? Contact us for rates for groups 5 or more)
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 11/13/23 >
Starts: 11/13/23
Schedule: 11/13/23-12/17/23
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 1/14/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: closed
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 1/8/24 >
Starts: 1/8/24
Schedule: 1/8/24-2/11/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 2/18/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 12/27/23
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 2/19/24 >
Starts: 2/19/24
Schedule: 2/19/24-3/24/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 4/7/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 2/9/24
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 3/18/24 >
Starts: 3/18/24
Schedule: 3/18/24-4/21/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 5/5/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 3/8/24
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 4/15/24 >
Starts: 4/15/24
Schedule: 4/15/24-5/19/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 6/12/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 4/5/24
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 6/10/24 >
Starts: 6/10/24
Schedule: 6/10/24-7/14/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 7/28/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 5/31/24
WSET Level 2 Wine Online Course - Starts 7/8/24 >
Starts: 7/8/24
Schedule: 7/8/24-8/11/24
Duration: 5 weeks online guided study
Exam: Sunday, 8/25/24 10:00-11:00am (In-person or Remote)
Deadline to Register: 6/28/24
Exam Options:
In Person - Issaquah (Location is dependent on number of candidates enrolled in the exam)
Remote Invigilator - Online Exam (Please click on this link for more information)
Tuition: $625
Tuition includes all registration fees, study kit, guided online instruction and exam. Select "Enroll Now" to pay by Visa, MasterCard or American Express. Please contact Spirited Grape at 425-369-4289 for alternative payment methods or group rates.
System Requirements:
You will need access to a computer and/or HTML5 compatible mobile or tablet with the following minimum requirements: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome or other HTML5 compatible web browser with Javascript and cookies enabled; Adobe Reader equivalent; Internet access (broadband recommended). Legacy browsers with known compatibility issues include; Moodle 3.6: Internet Explorer 10 and below and Safari 7 and below.