Wine Spirit Education Trust

Wine Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is globally recognised as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. The different levels are appropriate for those who are starting out in the drinks industry, to established professionals

Bacchus Enterprises Pty Ltd Wine & Spirit Training is an Approved Program Provider of WSET® Courses. for Level 1 to 3 Awards in Wines and Level 1 and 2 Awards in Spirits.

WSET provides globally recognised education and qualifications in wines, spirits and sake, for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Level 1 Award in Wines

The WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines prepares students for an entry-level job in hospitality or retail. This course is designed for people who serve or sell wine in restaurants, hotels, bars and bottle shops.

It covers the basic product knowledge and skills about wines and how to sell them. Your professional skills in sales and your knowledge of wines will be improved. This will increase your ability to assist your customers and improve wine sales for your employer.

The program is also an excellent introduction for the wine enthusiast who wants to learn more about wine styles, storage, service, and unlock the secret to matching the perfect wine with food. Confidently order wine from a restaurant wine list that will pair perfectly with your meal.

On successful completion, you will be issued with an internationally recognised certificate: Level 1 Award in Wines from the globally acclaimed, UK based, Wine and Spirit Education Trust.

Content and Learning Goals

Gain an understanding of the key elements in matching food with wine.
Improve sales skills of the candidate in all areas of wine sales including restaurant, hotel, bar and bottle shop.

You will also learn:
– 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
– How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

The WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines prepares students for an entry-level job in hospitality or retail.

Course Duration: This qualification has a minimum requirement of six hours of guided study time with a 45-minute closed-book multiple-choice exam. No study outside of this is required.

Why Study WSET?

Wine Spirit Education Trust provides the best in class, education, and qualification for the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. The WSET is globally recognized as the international standard in wine and spirit education. Bacchus Academy is one of the few Approved Program Providers in Australia

Courses offered:

WSET Award 1,2,3 in Wines and Level 1 Award in Spirits. All courses include classes, learning materials and the exam fee. Bacchus Academy has taught over 1000 students in our thirty years of wine education in Australia

Which level should I do?

Level 1 Award in Wines: For industry beginners or those who want to be able to read a wine list.
Level 2 Award in Wines: Learn about different growing conditions around the world and learn how to taste and describe them.
Level 3 Award in Wines: An advanced course. You will need to have completed WSET Level 2 Award in wine (or have equivalent knowledge).

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Wine Spirit Education Trust