The SWE Study Guide
The body of knowledge required to successfully pass the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Certified Wine Educator (CWE) exams is detailed in a 300-page study guide which presents the core fundamentals with which all wine professionals should be familiar.
Information is presented in a comprehensive, practical format and is designed to help certification program participants gain a greater understanding of the often-complex world of wine. The syllabus covers the following subjects:
Viticulture
- The Vine, its Growth Cycle & Metabolic Processes
- Canopy Management
- The Role of the Soil
- Vine Diseases & Viticultural Practices
Grape Varieties
- Principal Red and White Varieties of the World
Wine Production
- Table Wine
- Sparkling Wine
- Fortified Wine
Wine Regions
- Label Law
- Quality Levels
- Geography
- Grapes and Wines
Wine Appreciation
- Wine Composition and Chemistry
- Wine Tasting and Faults
- The Physiology of Taste
In addition, a reference section includes information on wine and health, professional etiquette, tips on wine service and wine storage, commonly used measurements within the industry (with conversions) and a recommended reading list.
The guide is designed for self-paced, self-study and each unit includes a set of review questions to help candidates gauge their comprehension of certain key subject areas. The study guide also includes a complete set of color maps.