What 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 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 Course format 16 hours of guided learning with a WSET course provider culminating in a one hour examination.