WSET Frequently Asked Questions

No, you are not required to start your WSET journey at level 1. We recommend that those with years of wine industry experience begin at level 2 or 3. Level 1 is meant for candidates who are beginning their wine journey. The only prerequisite for the Wine and Spirits Education Trust is that all candidates who plan to take the Diploma course of study pass Level 3.

Please find the below questions. If you feel that they are too easy then take the next level up, if you feel they are challenging then you are likely ready for that class.

Sample questions for WSET L1 In Wines

1. Which one of the following best describes a wine made from Sauvignon Blanc?
   1. Dry white wine with high acidity
   2. Dry red wine with low acidity
   3. Sweet red wine with high acidity
   4. Sweet white wine with low acidity
2. True or false: White wine glasses are typically larger than red wine glasses.
3. An example of a red wine with low tannins is:
   1. Chianti
   2. Beaujolais
   3. Port
   4. Pinot Grigio
4. In a warm climate, wines made from Chardonnay can display aromas of:
   1. Green bell pepper and cut grass
   2. Blackcurrant and mint
   3. Apple and flowers
   4. Peach and pineapple
5. In warm climate regions
   1. Average Temperatures are high
   2. Grapes struggle to ripen
   3. It is common to grow black grapes
      1. 1 and 2 only
      2. 1 and 3 only
      3. 2 and 3 only
      4. 1,2 and 3

Sample questions for WSET L2 In Wines

1. A wine affected by cork taint will smell of
   1. Grass
   2. Damp cardboard
   3. Vinegar
   4. Black pepper
2. Which one of the following statements is true?
   1. Vines are typically pruned in winter
   2. The most concentrated flavored grapes come from high yields
   3. Grapes that are harvested earlier in the ripening process will contain more sugar
   4. Fungicides are not permitted in any vineyards
3. 3. In which one of the following wine regions could a wine be labeled Grand Cru?
   1. Chablis
   2. Vouvray
   3. Minervois
   4. Hermitage
4. Compared with red wines, white wines are generally fermented at
   1. Either higher or lower temperatures
   2. The same temperature
   3. Higher temperatures
   4. Lower temperatures
5. Which one of the following best describes Tawny Port?
   1. Golden in color, with yeasty flavors
   2. High in tannins and acidity
   3. Sweet, with dried fruit and nutty aromas
   4. Sparkling and dry in style

Level 1-2: Approximately eight weeks after the exam

Level 3: Approximately 10 weeks after the exam

Remote Invigilation: Up to eight weeks

Certificates and pins will follow by post once we receive these from the WSET awarding body, which is generally around six weeks after your results.