Study Wine at the Birthplace of English Wine, Hambledon Vineyard Est. 1952

What better setting to begin your wine education journey than at a vineyard? Hambledon Vineyard has been an official Wine and Spirits Education Trust Approved Programme Provider for several years, and is the only vineyard and winery in the UK offering the full study programme.

The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the perfect introduction for anyone looking to learn more about wine in a relaxed, welcoming and hands-on environment. Whether you’re curious, hoping to grow your confidence or looking for a solid foundation in wine knowledge, this course is designed to make the world of wine feel accessible and enjoyable.

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - June 2027
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - June 2027
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - June 2027
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - June 2027

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - June 2027

£575.00
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If you’ve already got some wine knowledge and would like to build on it, WSET Level 2 is a really enjoyable next step. It’s designed to give you a broader understanding of the world of wine, helping you feel more confident with the grapes, regions and styles you’re most likely to come across, and the ‘why’ behind their flavours and profiles. 

Across three Sunday sessions, you’ll taste through a wide range of wines with your tutor, exploring the principal grape varieties of the world and the regions they come from. Along the way, you’ll look at the factors that influence style and quality, take notes and build a stronger understanding of how to taste, talk about and choose wine with confidence.

You’ll learn:
• about the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world
• where these grapes are grown and the styles of wine they produce
• the key factors that influence wine style and quality
• how to describe wines with confidence
• how to apply the WSET approach through both tasting and theory

This class will take place on Sunday 13 June 2027 then 2 consecutive Sundays after: including 20th June & 27th June 2027.

£575 per person to include all course materials, 16 hours of guided study time, all tasting samples (approximately 43 wines), study materials, lunch (dietary requirements must be communicated at the time of booking) and exam fees.

Please note: this course requires at least 11 hours of private study. 

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is assessed by a closed-book theory examination of 50 multiple-choice questions, to be completed in 60
minutes. A candidate is required to pass with a minimum mark of 55 per cent. The exam is sat on the last day of the course. 

No prior knowledge is required for this course.

Participation is only available to those over the age of 18. You will need to bring photo ID on the day of the course in order to sit the exam. 

If you require additional support or have any accessibility concerns, please contact Hambledon Wine Estate before booking so we can help.

All WSET courses, tours and events are non-refundable.

If you can no longer attend, bookings may be moved once to an alternative date, provided we receive at least two weeks’ notice before the course start date.

Please note that a minimum number of bookings is required for the course to go ahead. If this number is not met, Hambledon Wine Estate reserves the right to withdraw the course. Should this happen, you will be notified two weeks before the course date.

The WSET 2 Specification can be found here.