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Introduction
When you walk through the wine & spirits section in the supermarket, have you ever wondered what’s behind all these bottles, and what makes each bottle so unique?
Drinking wine has become increasingly popular in Hong Kong. Consumers enjoy the pleasure of matching wine with different cuisines while executives and professionals find that talking about wine appreciation is a useful means of socializing with business associates. In recent years, spirits are becoming the next trend of drinking, high-end and premium liquors become more and more attractive in consumers' eyes, especially whiskey. Bartenders have raised the bar of the drinking industry and mixing cocktails has become a mixture of creativity and professionalism.
To cater to the need of consumers and professionals, a comprehensive and solid understanding of wine and spirits knowledge and tasting skills would be essential. With the abolition of wine duty, Hong Kong is well on the way to become the Asia's largest wine hub. Knowledgeable professionals and salesmen are in great demand in the industry. It is imperative to have a good foundation of knowledge and skills to excel in the sector.
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
| WSET Qualifications |
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is the world’s leading provider of professional wine qualifications. Established in 1969, WSET has offered internationally-recognised wine & spirits courses in over 70 countries and more than 15 languages.
The aim of the quality-assured qualifications, WSET Awards, is to provide best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. WSET qualifications are covering wines, spirits and sake.
*The Hong Kong Management Association is a WSET Approved Programme Provider (APP) since 2011
All the WSET Courses are led by WSET Certified Educators
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
Course Structure
This course is based on the materials and curricula of the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines. It is suitable for those who want to acquire knowledge of the broad range of wines and product knowledge to underpin job skills and competencies in the customer service and sales function of the hospitality, retailing and wholesaling industries. It is also useful for those who are avid wine lovers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The main styles of wines from various regions, typical grape varieties and matching of food and wine would be introduced in the course.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand how the environmental factors and grape-growing options influence the style and quality of wine
- Understand how the winemaking options and bottle ageing impact the style and quality of wine
- Recognize the major style and quality of wines from regionally typical black and white grape varieties
- Understand how the production procedures impact the style of sparkling and fortified wines
- Understand the basic principles of food and wine matching and know the procedures of storage and service of wines
Session Plan (20 hours: 8 sessions of 2.5 hours each)
| Session 1 | Understanding the Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) Wine, Food and Wine Pairing |
| Session 2 | Factors Influencing the Production of Red Wines Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir, Zinfandel/Primitivo |
| Session 3 | Factors Influencing the Production of White, Sweet and Rosé Wines Grape Varieties: Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Sémillon/Semillon, Furmint |
| Session 4 | Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Viognier, Albariño |
| Session 5 | Grape Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/Shiraz |
| Session 6 | Grape Varieties: Gamay, Grenache/Garnacha, Tempranillo, Carmenère, Malbec, Pinotage |
| Session 7 | Grape Varieties: Cortese, Garganega, Verdicchio, Fiano, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Corvina, Sangiovese, Montepulciano |
| Session 8 | Sparkling Wines & Fortified Wines |
| Exam | Examination (60 minutes) |
Course Information
For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below.
Fee
HKMA Member: $7,200
Non-Member: $7,400
(Includes tuition, wine tasting, WSET Level 2 copyright materials and WSET Level 2 Examination.)
| Course Code | Application | Dates & Times | Examination | Language | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IWSET-L3007-2026-1-F |
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Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm 20, 27 May 3, 10, 17, 24 June 8, 15 July 2026 |
Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 19 August 2026 |
English | F |
Language
Conducted in Cantonese or English. Textbook / reference materials and exams are in English.
Venue
| F | 14/F Fairmont House, 8 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong |
| SS | 3/F, Tower 2,South Seas Centre, 75 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon |
Sponsor
Terms & Conditions
- The offer is valid for successful enrolment from 4 February to 15 February 2026 in the above selected programmes.
- The offer cannot be transferred to other applicants or redeemed for cash.
- The offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discount offers (including HKMA members discount).
- The offer is subject to change or cancellation at the sole discretion of the Hong Kong Management Association. In case of any disputes, the decision of the Hong Kong Management Association should be final.
- Offer is only limited to selected WSET class.
Enquiries
Course Details
| Ms Sona Yang | |
| Phone: | 3958 4818 |
| E-mail: | sonayang@hkma.org.hk |
General Enquiry / Course Enrolment / Membership
| Phone: | 2774 8500 / 2774 8501 |
| E-mail: | hkma@hkma.org.hk / enrol@hkma.org.hk |
| Fax: | 2365 1000 |