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Next course dates: June 12th, 13th, and 19th 2024; full-days
Registration deadline: June 4th
Kamloops Edition
Intermediate Level
WSET
Level 2
in Wines
WSET is Recognized in over 70 countries and is THE Industry Leader in Wine courses
in-person courses in Kamloops, Canada
Price: $1199
Looking to take the Level 1 wine course in Whistler? Click here
Are you looking to take a WSET wine course online?? Click here
No prerequisites !
Graduates receive A WSET certificate and A pin
*Check your inbox within 2 days for important info
WSET Level 2 in Wines
Intermediate Level
We'll cover 22 grape varieties and 70 European wines. Get ready to dive deep into the world of wine!
Words to describe wines
Wine service
Learn food + wine pairing
Wine tasting
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 4th, 2024
3-Full-day classes:
Wednesday, June 12th;
Thursday, June 13th
Thursday, June 19th
Examination Date: at the end of the day on Thursday, June 19th from 3:45-5:45
Where: The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce
615 Victoria St
Cost: $1199 CAD
You'll receive an ebook a few days after you pay! Then START STUDYING right away! WSET recommends 11 hours of study to prepare. Although many of my students report needing more!
If you would like to purchase the Ultimate Guide to WSET Level 2 in Wines, you'll be offered a 45% discount at checkout. The Ultimate Guide to WSET Level 2 in Wines is a mobile-friendly guide that has flashcards, over 700 multiple choice and drag+drop questions and more!
Coming to Kamloops This Summer!!
Hi, I’m Joanne – a Kamloops native. Well, actually I live in Whistler now. But I’m a certified wine pro and I’m coming back to my hometown to share some wine fun with you. Wanna join me?!
More about me here.
Who WSET Level 2 in Wines is For
Get ready to conquer this course! We’ll explore regions and wines that may be entirely new to you! Level II is perfect for those who’ve completed Level 1 WSET wine course or have a solid wine foundation they’re eager to enhance.
WSET Level 2 in Wines is tailored for individuals in the wine industry seeking career advancement, as well as passionate enthusiasts looking to broaden their wine horizons!
Curriculum
Wednesday, June 12th;
- Introduction
- tasting technique with 5 wines, recognizing wine faults
- pairing wine with food
- storage and service of wine
- factors influencing the style of wine
- grape growing and climate factors that influence the flavour of the wine
- international labelling laws and terms
- French wine labelling
- French International Stars! Sauvignon Blanc
- Burgundy: Pinot Noir + Chardonnay and everywhere else they grow
- Red winemaking options and how they influence the flavour of the wine
- Tasting of 8 wines
Thursday, June 13th
- How the region, grape variety, winemaking and bottle ageing affect the style and quality of white, sweet and rosé wine.
- The German Star White: Riesling
- Although it’s originally French, this grape is most famous in Italy! Pinot Grigio/ Pinot Gris
- 2 French and 1 Spanish White: Gewurztraminer, Viognier, and Albariño
- More French White and the Exotic Hungarian! Chenin Blanc, Sémillon and Furmint
- Tasting of 6 wines
- The French Reds: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/ Shiraz, Gamay
- Carmenère, Malbec and Pinotage
- The Spanish Reds: Grenache/ Garnacha, Tempranillo
- Tasting of 8 wines
Wednesday, June 19th
- Oh the Italian Reds! Sangiovese, Montepulciano
- Nebbiolo, Barbera, Cortese
- More Italian: Corvina, Garganega, Verdicchio and Fiano and Zinfandel/ Primitivo
- Tasting of 5 wines
- The sparklers: Champagne, Cava, Asti and Prosecco
- The finishers: Sherry + Port
- Tasting of 6 wines
- Review
- Exam
Curious to discover the precise content you’ll be mastering? Simply hit the ‘Download’ button to access a comprehensive WSET-guide detailing all the relevant terms and concepts awaiting exploration through your intermediate wine course.
*Check your inbox within 2 days for important info!
Your Level 2 Exam
You’ll be writing your exam on the last day of class. But don’t worry, we’ll prepare with active learning throughout our classes, a practice test and some time for individual study before the exam.
Exam : from 3:45-4:45 at the end of the day on June 19th
- you have 1 hour to write the exam
- 50 multiple-choice questions
- you must get 55% in order to pass
- 70-84% Pass with Merit
- 85% or higher – Pass with Distinction
You must bring a government-issued photo ID to the exam
Celebrate your wine mastery with pride as you receive your coveted blue lapel pin, a symbol of triumph and proof of passing your wine exam. You’ll also get a certificate signed by our WSET president upon passing!
Pliny the Elder, Rome
In wine there is truth
"In Vino Veritas"
Kind words from kind humans...
I wouldn’t be a success without hardworking students such as these fine humans…
I have more confidence in my workplace and enjoy drinking wine even more now!
I now feel more confident about wine and able to classify all the information in my mind. I'm pleased with how much I've learned in such a short period
[After taking a WSET with Joanne], I started drinking a lot of wine and I'm able to tell the differences between them to serve my guests better.
I now have more knowledge about grapes, terroir and winemaking processes and I'm confident to explain wine!
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Who am I? Think zen master meets Dionysus the Greek god of grape harvests, winemaking, religious ecstasy and ritual madness. As a metaphorical flame thrower, I'll break down students’ barriers to learning. My classes have 2 rules; No oenophobes allowed and no prisoners taken.
Joanne DiGesoCreator: SommWine, Approved Program Provider for WSET
