Thirsty and Wise organizes WSET wine courses in collaboration with Wine Way, a WSET Approved Program Provider (APP) accredited by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - Virtual Course

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is a beginner-to-intermediate qualification designed for wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the world’s wines. Whether you are expanding on WSET Level 1 or starting directly at Level 2, this course will give you a solid foundation in grape varieties, wine regions, wine production, tasting, and wine quality assessment.

This globally recognized qualification provides the knowledge and confidence to describe wines accurately and make informed buying, serving, and pairing decisions.

Upon passing the exam, you will receive your official digital WSET certificate, perfect for sharing on LinkedIn, social media, and with your professional network.

How To Sign Up:

 📧 Contact: info@thirstyandwise.com
📞 Call/text: +1 305 762 2752

We’ll send you a booking form along with a secure payment link. Your place will be confirmed once we receive your completed form and payment has been processed.

Upcoming Dates

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  • Session 1:
  • Session 2:

Enrollment closes X days before the start date.

Price 599 USD

Includes:

  • Virtual Course

  • Digital eBook

  • Exam registration (you choose your exam date)

  • Online Exam

  • Mock questions

  • Private FB group support

  • Access to video library

  • Educator support

Why Choose the Virtual Course?

Our live virtual classroom brings Level 2 to you, wherever you are.
Enjoy interactive online lessons through Google Meet, guided tastings, real-time Q&A, and a structured, instructor-led learning experience.

You’ll also receive access to 38 exclusive WSET Level 2 videos and mock exams, created to simplify theory and boost your exam success — trusted by thousands of students worldwide.

WSET L2 Videos & Mock Exams

We believe in simplifying wine, so we’ve prepared 38 videos for WSET Level 2 in Wines, covering both theory and mock exams. Our global WSET community already find these videos extremely helpful for boosting confidence and passing exams. Join them – @thirtyandwise

What you’ll learn

The Level 2 Award in Wines gives you a thorough understanding of how wine is made, how to assess wine quality, and how to describe wines using professional vocabulary. You will explore:

Tasting & Describing Wine

Grape Varieties & Wine Styles

8 principal grape varieties and how climate, viticulture, and winemaking influence style & quality:

  1. Chardonnay
  2. Pinot Grigio/Gris 
  3. Sauvignon Blanc
  4. Riesling
  5. Cabernet Sauvignon
  6. Merlot
  7. Pinot Noir
  8. Syrah/Shiraz

  • Wines from 22 regionally important grape varieties

  • Over 70 geographical indications (GIs) around the world

Sparkling & Fortified Wines

  • How styles are created

  • Key methods of production

Additional Key Topics

  • How environmental factors affect wine

  • Key winemaking and maturation options

  • Wine label terminology

  • Principles of food & wine pairing

  • Storage and service of wine

Course format

  • 8 live sessions

  • 2 hours per session

  • Delivered through Google Meet

  • Sessions include theory, tasting analysis, Q&A, and discussion

Students can attend live, as interaction, tasting guidance, and group learning are essential for success.
Sessions are recorded for occasional absences.

Study Time

This qualification requires a minimum of 28 hours, including:

  • 16 hours of live sessions

  • 11 hours of personal study & revision

  • 1 hour for the exam

Student Support

All our Level 2 students receive:

  • Mock exam questions

  • Access to a private Facebook support group

  • Direct access to your educator for questions throughout the course

  • Access to 38 educational videos tailored to Level 2 theory and exam prep

Study Materials

Your course fee includes the official digital WSET Level 2 in Wines eBook, delivered to you before the course begins.

Tasting Component

Wine tasting is a core part of Level 2.

We will provide a recommended wine list. Students are responsible for sourcing wines locally.
A typical list includes 12–18 wines representing key grapes, regions, and styles covered in the qualification.

Tasting Equipment Recommended 

  • 6 identical wine glasses

  • Spittoon 

  • Still water

  • Notebook, pen and white background 

  • Quiet, well-lit space for tasting

 

Online Exam via Remote Invigilation

Your exam is taken online from home through WSET’s Remote Invigilation system.

Exam Format

  • 1 hour

  • 50 multiple-choice questions

  • Closed-book

  • Schedule your exam on demand, at a date/time that suits your schedule

Technical Requirements for the Course and Exam

Please review the official guidelines:

Assessment & Entry Requirements

  • Assessment is by a closed-book online exam (30 MCQs).

  • There are no entry requirements.

  • You must be of legal drinking age to participate in any tasting activity.
    (This does not prevent you from completing the qualification.)

Course Information

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