Woking, Surrey
GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY - WOKING, SURREY

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines

This 3-day WSET course and qualification opens up a world of wine discovery, exploring both international and indigenous grape varieties and how they shine in different regions. Our fantastic sommeliers will teach you how to use professional, technical language in an accessible way, bridging the gap between wine expert and everyday enthusiast.

£485

Wednesday Jan 8th 2025

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Places available

Wednesday May 7th 2025

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Places available

What to expect

When booking one of the above dates, please ensure you can attend all three days for your course:

 Course starts: Wednesday 8th January 2025

    > Second day: Thursday 30th January 2025

    > Third day: Wednesday 5th February 2025


Course starts: Wednesday 7th May 2025

    > Second day: Wednesday 14th May 2025

    > Third day: Wednesday 21st May 2025

 

Our WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) courses offer everyone the chance to earn an internationally recognised qualification in wine with us here at the Gordon Ramsay Academy. 

In the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, you will embark on an exciting journey to become confident in the world of wine. This course is taught by Gordon Ramsay Restaurant sommeliers and wine experts, sharing their incredible knowledge and experience alongside the WSET course material. 

First, you will master the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT), which teaches you how to taste and describe wine with professional accuracy. 

Next, it will dive into how environmental factors, grape-growing techniques, wine-making processes, and maturation impact the style and quality of wines. 

The course focuses on eight key grape varieties, exploring how they express themselves in various regions. Beyond that, it will explore 22 regionally important grape varieties and how wine styles differ across 70 geographical indications (GIs). You will also cover sparkling wines, fortified wines, and how production techniques shape these styles. 

During the course you will taste 38 wines from around the world. The course includes 18 hours of expert-led tuition, giving you in-depth guidance, plus 14 hours of home study to dive deeper into the material at your own pace. 

At the end of the course, there is a 60-minute multiple-choice exam designed to test your understanding and set you on the path to becoming a confident wine enthusiast. All those who pass will receive an official certificate and a WSET lapel pin.


Know someone who is a wine-lover? You can gift them a voucher to take the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines on a date that suits them. Buy a wine course gift voucher here.  

Class details

Current course dates:

  • Wednesday 8th January 2025 / Thursday 30th January 2025 / Wednesday 5th February 2025
  • Wednesday 7th May 2025 / Wednesday 14th May 2025 / Wednesday 21st May 2025


Please ensure you read the Terms & Conditions prior to booking this course. 

Course requirements: You are required to provide authorised photographic ID (e.g. passport, photo driving licence or national ID card) in order to take the examination.

All participants must be over 18 years old. 

No previous experience of Wine Tasting is necessary to join this course. You do not need to have taken the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines 

Course dates: Held on 3 separate days - please check your course booking for the exact days 

Course starts: 9.30am, arrive anytime from 9am to check in at reception

Course finishes: 4.30pm

Course size: Maximum 8 guests (please note, the course may be subject to rescheduling if less than a minimum 4 guests are attending)

Course details: 

  • How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT)
  • How environmental factors, grape-growing, wine-making 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 different styles and qualities of wines:
    • Made from 22 regionally important grape varieties
    • Produced in over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world
  • How grape varieties and wine-making processes influence key styles of:
    • Sparkling wines
    • Fortified wines
  • Key labelling 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

What’s included

  • Expert guidance from our top Sommeliers and wine educators
  • All wines and equipment
  • WSET Level 2 study materials and resources
  • Refreshments throughout the course and a scheduled lunch break (please note, lunch is not provided)
  • 60-minute multiple choice examination
  • WSET Level 2 Award in Wines certificate and WSET lapel pin for those who pass the course (collected by or posted to guests once all exams have been assessed by WSET)

For more information, please view the WSET course specification.