Free WSET Level 2 Flashcards

Revise every Level 2 learning outcome with question-and-answer flashcards. 94 cards are free across all 6 topics, with no sign-up needed to start; the full deck has 480 cards.

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Sample Level 2 flashcards by topic

LO1: Environmental Influences & Grape-Growing

What does the skin of a grape provide?: Colour, tannins, and flavours.
What does the pulp of a grape contain?: Water, sugar, and acids.
What do the seeds and stems of a grape provide?: Tannins.

LO2: Winemaking and Bottle Ageing

What is the formula for alcoholic fermentation?: Sugar + Yeast = Alcohol + CO2 + Heat.
What characterizes an "inert" vessel?: It does not add any flavour to the wine (e.g., stainless steel, concrete).
What are the two main types of oak used for barrels?: French and American oak.

LO3: Principal Grape Varieties

What is the climate range for Chardonnay?: Cool, moderate, and warm (it is very versatile).
What are the main fruit flavours of Chardonnay in a cool climate?: Green fruit (apple, pear) and citrus (lemon).
What are the main fruit flavours of Chardonnay in a moderate climate?: Stone fruit (peach) and citrus.

LO4: Regions and Other Varieties

What is the primary grape of "Gavi AOCG"?: Cortese (dry, high acid, green fruit, citrus).
What is the primary grape of "Soave AOC" and "Soave Classico AOC"?: Garganega (dry, high acid, almond, pear, red apple).
What is the primary grape of "Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi AOC"?: Verdicchio (dry, high acid, green apple, lemon, almond).

LO5: Sparkling and Fortified Wines

What is the "Traditional Method" of sparkling wine production?: The second fermentation takes place in the bottle.
What are the three main grapes of Champagne AOC?: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier.
What is "Cava"?: A Spanish sparkling wine made using the Traditional Method.

LO6: Storage and Service of Wine

What is the ideal temperature for long-term wine storage?: Cool and constant (between 10°C and 15°C).
Why should wine with a cork be stored on its side?: To keep the cork moist and prevent it from drying out/shrinking, which would let air in.
Why should wine be kept away from strong light?: Light can cause "light-strike" and make the wine taste stale or odd.

Frequently asked questions

Are these WSET Level 2 flashcards free?

Yes. The first 20% of every topic is free, which is 94 cards in total. Premium unlocks the remaining cards of the 480-card deck and shuffle mode.

What topics do the Level 2 flashcards cover?

LO1: Environmental Influences & Grape-Growing; LO2: Winemaking and Bottle Ageing; LO3: Principal Grape Varieties; LO4: Regions and Other Varieties; LO5: Sparkling and Fortified Wines; LO6: Storage and Service of Wine.

How should I use flashcards for WSET revision?

Answer each card out loud before flipping it, set aside the ones you miss, and repeat those more often. Combine flashcards with the cheat sheet and a timed mock exam.

Is Vino Academy an official WSET provider?

No. Vino Academy is an independent study platform. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by WSET, and the questions are original revision material rather than official exam papers.