WSET Level 2
Curriculum
WSET Level 2
15 grapes

Core curriculum covering foundational wine knowledge across key grapes and regions.

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15 grapes match
Albariño
White

Also known as: Alvarinho

Vibrant, high-acid Atlantic white with citrus, stone fruit, and saline freshness.

2 regions 1 styles
Cabernet Sauvignon
Black

Full-bodied, high-tannin black grape with cassis, blackcurrant, herbaceous notes, and strong oak affinity.

19 regions 2 styles
Chardonnay
White

Also known as: Morillon • Feinburgunder

The world’s most adaptable white grape, producing everything from crisp citrus styles to rich, oaked, full-bodied wines.

15 regions 1 styles
Chenin Blanc
White

Also known as: Steen • Pineau de la Loire

High-acid, ultra-versatile grape producing wines from crisp and dry to lusciously sweet and sparkling.

3 regions 2 styles
Furmint
White

Also known as: Šipon

High-acid Hungarian grape capable of producing crisp dry wines and world-class botrytised sweet wines.

1 regions 2 styles
Gewürztraminer
White

Also known as: Traminer Aromatico

Highly aromatic, spicy white grape with lychee, rose, tropical fruit and low acidity.

2 regions 1 styles
Merlot
Black

Plush, approachable red grape offering ripe plum, berry fruit, and supple tannins from cool to warm climates.

13 regions 2 styles
Pinot Gris
White

Also known as: Pinot Grigio • Grauburgunder

Versatile cool-climate grape ranging from crisp, pear-driven styles to rich, oily, spice-tinged expressions.

3 regions 3 styles
Pinot Noir
Black

Cool-climate Burgundy native; red fruits, silky texture, earthy depth, sensitive to place.

12 regions 2 styles
Riesling
White

Also known as: Riesling Renano • Weißer Riesling

High-acid, intensely aromatic grape producing wines from bone-dry to lusciously sweet with floral and citrus purity.

6 regions 2 styles
Sauvignon Blanc
White

Vibrant, high-acid white grape known for intense aromatics, citrus, green fruit, and herbaceous drive.

11 regions 2 styles
Semillon
White

Also known as: Sémillon • Wijn Semillon

Versatile, waxy white grape producing everything from lean citrus wines to rich, honeyed sweet wines.

5 regions 3 styles
Syrah
Black

Also known as: Shiraz

Full-bodied, deeply coloured red with black fruit, pepper spice, and firm tannins that shift from savoury Syrah to rich, bold Shiraz depending on climate.

7 regions 2 styles
Viognier
White

Aromatic, full-bodied white with peach, apricot, floral perfume, and rich texture.

3 regions 1 styles
Zinfandel
Black

Also known as: Primitivo • Crljenak Kaštelanski

California’s big-hearted grape; ripe black fruit, warm spice, and plush texture, ranging from powerful reds to fruity rosé.

4 regions 3 styles