Assessing the terroir system of wine regions

main objectives

This module is designed to give students a thorough and advanced understanding of the terroir factors that account for the style and quality of the principal still, sparkling and fortified wines of the world. The courses are based on the principles of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wine. The module also includes a 4-day study trip to a specific wine region in France where students will explore the various terroir components and values of that given region. ,,LEARNING OUTCOMES,,1) Identify and describe the characteristics of the principal still wines produced in the wine producing regions of the world and explain how the natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery and commerce can influence the style, quality and price of these wines.,2) Identify and describe the characteristics of the principal sparkling wines of the world and explain how the natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery and commerce can influence the style, quality and price of these wines.,3) Identify and describe the characteristics of the principal fortified wines of the world and explain how the natural and human factors in the vineyard, winery and commerce can influence the style, quality and price of these wines. ,4) Ability to make an assessment of wine quality and readiness for drinking. ,5) Capacity to assess the terroir management system of a wine producing area.