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WSET Level 2 Award In Wines

WSET Level 2 Award In Wines

A Beginner – Intermediate Level Qualification

This WSET Level 2 Award in Wines course takes place over three days. You will discover the main wine regions around the world and their grape varieties. After this program, you will have a strong knowledge base to start a career in the wine industry.

Your WSET Level 2 in Wines at A Glance

You Will Taste

44 Wines

The Course Lasts

18 Hours

The Pass Rate at École V

97% in 2024-2025

Our Calendar

🇫🇷 Sessions in French 🇫🇷

July 24th, 25th & 26th, 2026 

December 7th, 8th & 9th, 2026 

🇺🇸 Sessions in English 🇺🇸

August 24th, 25th & 26th, 2026 

October 26th, 27th & 28th, 2026 

For assistance with your reservation, please contact education@chateaudepommard.com

What will I learn?

What will I learn?

  • How wine is made
  • What factors influence wine style
  • The key grape varieties and their characteristics
  • The important wine-producing regions where these grapes are grown
  • The production of sparkling, sweet, and fortified wines
  • Label terminology
  • Food and wine pairing principles
  • How to describe a wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
  • How we produce wine using biodynamic farming at Château de Pommard

At the end of your training, you will be able to recognize the different styles of wine produced from these grape varieties, read labels, and understand the principles of food-and-wine pairing.

For more information, please download the WSET Specifications and our program.

The Course Organization

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines consists of 30 hours of study, including 18 hours of course by one of our WSET-certified educators. The program takes place over 3 consecutive days, with classes from 9 am to 5 pm, including lunch breaks, study time, and an exam.

With 6 hours of instruction each day, the class will use presentations, discussions, and tastings to address the key points in the teaching material. During the course, you will taste 44 wines from the main wine-producing regions of France, Europe, and the New World.

Sessions are limited to 14 students.

The Course Organization
The Teaching Resources

The Teaching Resources

Once your registration for a session is validated, you’ll receive your course materials, which include a textbook, a study guide, self-assessment exercises, and a summary sheet of the Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®. The program includes presentations, discussions, visual aids, guided tastings, and self-assessment exercises. The educator will answer your questions and encourage dynamic and interactive exchanges.

Evaluation And Certification

The exam takes place during the last hour of the course. To obtain your certification, you must answer 55% of the 50 multiple-choice questions correctly. You will receive your result by email about 8 weeks after your exam date. Your certificate and pin will then be mailed to you. You can resit the exam for a fee of 80 euros if you do not pass.

What are the requirements to enter the course?

This course is intended for anyone over 18 years old. It is recommended that students have some prior knowledge of wine (you can review sample questions for the WSET Level 2 exam in the Specifications).

Sessions are offered in Pommard in French and in English.

Registrations close 17 days prior to the start date of the session or when maximum capacity is reached.

How to prepare for your WSET Level 2 Award in Wines?

Preparation for the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines requires at least 12 hours of advance study. You need to read and annotate the textbook and work through the practice questions in the Study Guide before the course starts.  It is important to keep in mind the delivery time of your teaching material (sent within 3 business days after registration) and the required study time when registering for a session.

To see all classes offered in Pommard, please download our calendar.

Who is this course for?

The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is designed for those who already have some basic knowledge of wine and wish to acquire a solid foundation in wine tasting and reinforce their understanding of wine styles around the world. It is suitable for wine lovers and those who wish to start a career in wine.

How can I get my WSET program financed?

If you live in France and want to finance your course with an OPCO, France Travail, or your company, please contact us by email at education@chateaudepommard.com or by phone at +33 (0)3 80 22 07 99. To get a quote, please email us the following information: first name, last name, date and time of session, birth date, postal address, and phone number. 

This course is no longer eligible for CPF funding.

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Our anti-discrimination and equal opportunity policy

At École V, we are committed to equal opportunities and aim to create a space for learning and discovery for everyone. Our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. If you have a disability or require special accommodations, please contact us at +33 (0)3 80 22 07 99 or education@chateaudepommard.com. We will work with you to find a solution.

For personal reservations without external financing, École V offers a 10% per-person discount for groups of 2 or more booking the same WSET Level 2 in Wines session at the same time. Please contact us at education@chateaudepommard.com to take advantage of this offer. Please note that the special offer can not be applied retroactively.

By registering for a session, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the terms of sale.

Updated on 27/03/2025 at 8 AM

WSET Level 2 Award In Wines