WSET Level 2 Award in Wines (QCF)

Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 10am to 5pm

Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 10am to 5pm

Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 10am to 5pm

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 5pm to 6pm (Exam)

$900 +GST

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Course will be held at Willow Park Wines & Spirits Calgary Bonaventure location.

For those wishing to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification

is popular with trade professionals and consumers alike.

What you’ll learn:

• How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic

Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT)

• What environmental factors, grape-growing, winemaking and

maturation options influence the style and quality of wines made

from eight principal grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio/Gris,

Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon,

Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz

• The style and quality of wines: made from 22 regionally important

grape varieties produced in over 70 geographical indications (Gls)

around the world.

• What grape varieties and winemaking processes influence key styles of:

Sparking wines, Fortified wines.

• Key labeling terms used to indicate origin, style and quality

• Principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine

• Principles of food and wine pairings

The qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice exam of 50 questions with a grade of 55% to pass. Price includes wines, workbook, and exam. Certificates will now be issued digitally. No paper copy will be available. Your WSET Administrator will provide details on how to receive, save, and print your certificate.

Contact: Samantha Nelmes at samantha@willowpark.net or by phone at 403.296.1640 ext 221

WSET Courses

WSET Award in Wine Level 2 (QCF) - Sep. 13, 2026 - 10am