AHCPHT509 — Evaluate wine

1 Analyse chemical components of wine

• 1.1Determine chemical components for a particular wine style, and identify testing laboratories
• 1.2Take samples of grapes, juice or wine according to standard sampling procedures and laboratory requirements
• 1.3Perform simple wine analysis procedures and record results
• 1.4Evaluate and compare results of chemical analyses with desired values to identify potential chemical problems in the winemaking process and any required additions or fining agents

2 Resolve winemaking problems

• 2.1Evaluate wine or juice using standard laboratory and organoleptic procedures
• 2.2Identify the protein stability of a wine using a buttes or heat technique
• 2.3Identify the need for cold stabilisation of a wine
• 2.4Use additives or fining agents to alleviate problems or improve quality
• 2.5Evaluate the effectiveness of additives and/or fining agents used to alleviate problems or improve quality, and adjust their use where indicated
• 2.6Carry out winemaking and handling processes in a hygienic working environment
• 2.7Identify, record and use cellar operations procedures and instructions during the winemaking process

3 Taste and evaluate a wine

• 3.1Use accepted tasting procedures for tasting the wine
• 3.2Identify the flavour and aroma components and characteristics of the wine using organoleptic evaluation techniques
• 3.3Identify the relative contribution and interaction of wine components to the wine taste, aroma and appearance, using accepted wine description terminology

4 Analyse the effect of winemaking techniques on wine

• 4.1Identify evidence of the winemaking technique in the wine to distinguish it from other influences on the wine
• 4.2Identify faults in the wine attributable to the winemaking technique, and distinguish from bottle age characteristics
• 4.3Determine the effect of winemaking techniques on suitability of wine for cellaring

5 Analyse the effect of site characteristics, vineyard management practices and grape varieties on wine quality

• 5.1Identify effects of climate in the wine
• 5.2Identify site effects on grape quality
• 5.3Identify and evaluate effects of vineyard management practices in the wine in terms of modifications and improvements to be made for the next season
• 5.4Identify and analyse effects of grape variety on wine flavour
• 5.5Adjust, document and communicate viticultural production plan for next season to vineyard personnel

6 Analyse current packaging methods, bottle closure methods and wine labelling laws

• 6.1Identify the range of wine packaging available and used in the Australian wine industry
• 6.2Identify and compare the range of wine bottle closure methods used in the Australian wine industry
• 6.3Identify and interpret current wine labelling regulations and their impact on the wine industry

What does an assessment tool for AHCPHT509 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCPHT509 needs to address all 54 unit components: 6 elements with 25 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 17 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCPHT509?

Auditori pulls the current release of AHCPHT509 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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