WSET Level 2 Award in Wines In-Person [October 19]
Mondays, October 19 - December 7, from 6:00-8:00pm ET
Online Exam: Sunday, December 13th, 2026 at 12:00pm ET (Noon)
(alternate exam dates and in person paper-based exams are also available)
If you know the basic wine grapes—that Chardonnay is a white wine and Cabernet Sauvignon is usually red—then begin at Level 2. This beginner to intermediate wine course offers greater breadth and depth of material, more tasting opportunities and additional classroom hours compared to Level 1. It’s for anyone who:
• Works in wine or who want a career in the industry
• Has a serious interest in deepening their wine knowledge
• Wishes to become a more confident wine taster
This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
This class meets in person at Gordon’s Fine Wine and Liquors from 6:00pm-8:00pm ET during the dates listed. Tastings are provided as part of the in-person class. All students are given access to our online learning platform which includes recordings of lectures, quizzes, and study tips.
Cost: $895
Price includes all study materials, class wines, in-person examination (one attempt), and WSET registration fees.
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Location: Gordon’s Fine Wine and Liquors at 894 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451
Instructor: CWS Faculty