For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You'll explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell and taste; You'll also gain the basic skills to describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

Course content:

- The main types and styles of wine

- Common wine grapes and their characteristics

- How to store and serve wine

- The principles of food and wine pairing

- Describing wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

- Closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions (regulated by Ofqual).