WSET LEVEL 2 PRACTICE EXAMINATION
2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
◍ Grand Cru.
Answer: A term used in France to denote the highest quality vineyards.
◍ Sparkling wines - Grape varieties.
Answer: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier, Moscato (Muscat), Glera
◍ Outstanding Quality White Wines.
Answer: Produced from the Riesling grape variety in both Germany and
Australia.
◍ WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wines.
Answer: Qualification code not specified.
◍ Learning Outcome 5.
Answer: Understand how the production process can influence the styles of
sparkling and fortified wines.
◍ WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake.
Answer: Qualification code: 603/2051/5.
◍ WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.
Answer: A qualification intended for people with little or no prior
knowledge of wine, suitable for customer service and sales functions in
hospitality, retailing, and wholesaling.
◍ Riesling.
Answer: A principal white grape variety known for its aromatic profile and
versatility in sweetness.
◍ Parts of a grape.
, Answer: Skin, pulp, seeds and stems.
◍ CARMENÈRE.
Answer: GI: Chile: Central Valley
◍ TEMPRANILLO.
Answer: GIs: Spain: Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Catalunya; Labelling terms:
Joven, Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva
◍ Common faults in wine.
Answer: Cork taint, failure of closure, heat damage
◍ Misconduct protocol.
Answer: Any candidate suspected of misconduct will be advised to leave the
examination room immediately.
◍ Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa).
Answer: A labelling term used in Spain.
◍ Bottle Ageing.
Answer: The maturation process of wine in bottles that can affect its style
and quality.
◍ PDOs.
Answer: Protected Designation of Origin, a label indicating high-quality
wines from specific regions.
◍ Discretionary late entry.
Answer: Candidates who arrive late may be allowed to enter at the
discretion of the invigilator if other candidates are not compromised.
◍ Photography prohibition.
Answer: It is prohibited for candidates to take any photographs of the
examination room or examination materials.
◍ Invigilator authority.
Answer: Invigilators have no authority to comment upon, interpret, or
express an opinion on any examination question.
, ◍ Quality Management System.
Answer: WSET Awards operates a Quality Management System that
complies with BS EN ISO 9001.
◍ Learning Outcome 1 - Multiple-Choice Questions.
Answer: 5
◍ Vessel types.
Answer: The different types of containers used for fermentation and aging,
including stainless steel, concrete, and oak.
◍ Hermitage.
Answer: A wine region that is not classified as Grand Cru.
◍ Audible alarms prohibition.
Answer: The use of audible 'alarms' on any clock or watch is prohibited.
◍ Short maceration.
Answer: A technique used in rosé wine production where the grape skins are
in contact with the juice for a brief period.
◍ Total Qualification Time (TQT).
Answer: An estimate of the total amount of time, measured in hours, that a
learner would need to show the level of achievement necessary for the
award of a qualification.
◍ Chablis.
Answer: A wine region where a wine could be labelled Grand Cru.
◍ Grape-Growing Options.
Answer: Choices made in the vineyard that can impact wine characteristics.
◍ Candidate Satisfaction.
Answer: Candidates should first make a complaint with their APP if they
have concerns about service or standards.
◍ Components in wine that are affected by food.
Answer: Sweetness, acidity, bitterness (from tannins, oak), fruitiness,
alcohol
2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
◍ Grand Cru.
Answer: A term used in France to denote the highest quality vineyards.
◍ Sparkling wines - Grape varieties.
Answer: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier, Moscato (Muscat), Glera
◍ Outstanding Quality White Wines.
Answer: Produced from the Riesling grape variety in both Germany and
Australia.
◍ WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wines.
Answer: Qualification code not specified.
◍ Learning Outcome 5.
Answer: Understand how the production process can influence the styles of
sparkling and fortified wines.
◍ WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake.
Answer: Qualification code: 603/2051/5.
◍ WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.
Answer: A qualification intended for people with little or no prior
knowledge of wine, suitable for customer service and sales functions in
hospitality, retailing, and wholesaling.
◍ Riesling.
Answer: A principal white grape variety known for its aromatic profile and
versatility in sweetness.
◍ Parts of a grape.
, Answer: Skin, pulp, seeds and stems.
◍ CARMENÈRE.
Answer: GI: Chile: Central Valley
◍ TEMPRANILLO.
Answer: GIs: Spain: Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Catalunya; Labelling terms:
Joven, Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva
◍ Common faults in wine.
Answer: Cork taint, failure of closure, heat damage
◍ Misconduct protocol.
Answer: Any candidate suspected of misconduct will be advised to leave the
examination room immediately.
◍ Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa).
Answer: A labelling term used in Spain.
◍ Bottle Ageing.
Answer: The maturation process of wine in bottles that can affect its style
and quality.
◍ PDOs.
Answer: Protected Designation of Origin, a label indicating high-quality
wines from specific regions.
◍ Discretionary late entry.
Answer: Candidates who arrive late may be allowed to enter at the
discretion of the invigilator if other candidates are not compromised.
◍ Photography prohibition.
Answer: It is prohibited for candidates to take any photographs of the
examination room or examination materials.
◍ Invigilator authority.
Answer: Invigilators have no authority to comment upon, interpret, or
express an opinion on any examination question.
, ◍ Quality Management System.
Answer: WSET Awards operates a Quality Management System that
complies with BS EN ISO 9001.
◍ Learning Outcome 1 - Multiple-Choice Questions.
Answer: 5
◍ Vessel types.
Answer: The different types of containers used for fermentation and aging,
including stainless steel, concrete, and oak.
◍ Hermitage.
Answer: A wine region that is not classified as Grand Cru.
◍ Audible alarms prohibition.
Answer: The use of audible 'alarms' on any clock or watch is prohibited.
◍ Short maceration.
Answer: A technique used in rosé wine production where the grape skins are
in contact with the juice for a brief period.
◍ Total Qualification Time (TQT).
Answer: An estimate of the total amount of time, measured in hours, that a
learner would need to show the level of achievement necessary for the
award of a qualification.
◍ Chablis.
Answer: A wine region where a wine could be labelled Grand Cru.
◍ Grape-Growing Options.
Answer: Choices made in the vineyard that can impact wine characteristics.
◍ Candidate Satisfaction.
Answer: Candidates should first make a complaint with their APP if they
have concerns about service or standards.
◍ Components in wine that are affected by food.
Answer: Sweetness, acidity, bitterness (from tannins, oak), fruitiness,
alcohol
