Award in Wines
For beginners, this wine course offers
foundational knowledge. Learners explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while gaining the skill to
describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings.
Overview
Duration
1 Day
Classroom Based
9am to 4.15pm
Location
Athy Food, Drink, & Skills Innovation Hub, Dublin Road, Athy
R14 XF86
AND
Marine House, Wicklow Town,
A67 A329
Prior Knowledge
Learners must have prior experience or knowledge and/or exposure to the
service industry. Learners must over 18 years of age.
Certification
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Cost
This course is partially funded for those currently in employment under the Skills To Advance initiative.
This course is only available to those currently in employment and partially funded under the Skills to Advance initiative.
Skills to Advance is a national initiative that provides upskilling and reskilling opportunities to employees in jobs undergoing change and to those currently employed in vulnerable sectors. Skills to Advance aims to equip employees with the skills they need to progress in their current role or to adapt to the changing job market. Skills to Advance helps employers identify skills needs and invest in their workforce by providing subsidised education and training to staff.
If you would like more information on this initiative, please email our Enterprise Engagement Team at skills@kwetb.ie and they would be delighted to help.
Course Modules
For beginners, this wine course offers foundational knowledge. Learners explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while gaining the skill to describe wines accurately and make food and wine pairings.
What You'll Learn
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The main types and styles of wine
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Common wine grapes and their characteristics
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How to store and serve wine
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The principles of food and wine pairing
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How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)
Grape Growing and Winemaking
Learners gain an understanding of the basic stages of grape growing, grape ripening and the production of red, white and rosé wines
Types and Styles of Wine
Learners explore still, sparkling and fortified wines and understand characteristics such as colour, sweetness, acidity, tannin, alcohol, body, aromas and flavours
Principal Grape Varieties
The course introduces key varieties including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Syrah/Shiraz, together with examples of wines associated with them
Wine Tasting
Learners develop basic wine-tasting skills using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT) and learn to identify and describe key characteristics
Food and Wine Pairing
Learners are introduced to the fundamental principles of matching food with wine and how characteristics such as sweetness, acidity and flavour influence pairing choices
Storage and Service
The course covers the fundamental principles of storing and serving wine appropriately, helping learners make informed recommendations and respond to basic customer queries
Certification
The qualification has a minimum of six hours of study and is assessed through a 30-question closed-book multiple-choice examination. There are no formal entry requirements.
Benefits Of This Course
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Builds a recognised foundation in wine – WSET is an internationally recognised wine education organisation, so the qualification gives you a credible, structured introduction to wine.
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Improves your wine knowledge – You learn the basics of grape varieties, wine styles, winemaking, regions, sweetness, acidity, tannin, alcohol and body.
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Develops tasting skills – You learn how to systematically assess wine's appearance, aromas and palate characteristics using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT).
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Improves food and wine pairing – The course introduces principles for matching wine with different foods, which is useful in restaurants, hotels, catering and hospitality education.
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Strengthens customer service – Basic wine knowledge can help you confidently explain wine choices and make appropriate recommendations to customers.
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Supports career progression in hospitality – It provides a recognised qualification that can strengthen a CV for roles involving restaurants, hotels, bars, catering, events or food and beverage operations.
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Provides a pathway to further study – Level 1 gives you a foundation if you later want to progress to WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, and potentially higher levels.
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Adds value to culinary training – For someone involved in food preparation or culinary education, understanding wine alongside food can broaden your overall food-and-beverage knowledge.
Expression of Interest
We currently don't have this course scheduled. If you are interested in undertaking this course or looking for more information, please complete the form below and a member of our Recruitment Team will be in contact:
WSET Level 1 Learners
