Description
The origins and characteristics of international wines.
Alternative labels
characteristics of wines
wine character
wine aromas
wine details
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Wine characteristics is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Oenologist: Oenologists track the wine manufacturing process in its entirety and supervise the workers in wineries. They supervise and coordinate production to ensure the quality of the wine and also give advice by determining the value and classification of wines being produced.
Sommelier: Sommeliers stock, prepare, advise on and serve wine and other alcoholic beverages.
Head sommelier: Head sommeliers manage the ordering, preparing and servicing of wine and other related beverages in a hospitality service unit.
Optional knowledge
Wine characteristics is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Wine characteristics – ESCO
