The Boathouse Wine List

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Which sparkling wine is characterized by its complex toasty, nutty, and citrus flavors and full body?

  • Dom Pérignon (Champagne, France) (correct)
  • Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut (France)
  • La Marca Prosecco (Italy)
  • Steller's Jay Brut (BC VQA)

If a patron prefers a Chardonnay with a buttery texture and vanilla notes, which wine should the server recommend?

  • William Hill (California) (correct)
  • Beringer Founder's Estate (California)
  • Peller Family (BC VQA)
  • Cedar Creek (BC VQA)

Which Sauvignon Blanc offers a flavor profile characterized by grassy and citrusy notes?

  • Peller Family (BC VQA) (correct)
  • Château de Sancerre (France)
  • Kim Crawford (New Zealand)
  • Oyster Bay (New Zealand)

A guest is looking for a light-bodied Pinot Grigio with crisp apple and citrus flavors. Which of the following would be the most appropriate recommendation?

<p>Masi ‘Modello Bianco' (Italy) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following red wines is described as full-bodied and dry, offering flavors of blackberry, cedar, and spice?

<p>Louis M. Martini (Sonoma Valley) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which red blend offers a flavor profile of dark chocolate and blackcurrant?

<p>Laughing Stock ‘Portfolio' Red Blend (BC VQA) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A customer asks for a Merlot that is medium-bodied and offers flavors of plum and vanilla. Which wine best fits this description?

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Which Pinot Noir presents light-bodied characteristics with cherry and earthy notes?

<p>Mark West (California) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a customer interested in an interesting red wine with dark fruit and spice notes, which of the following would you recommend?

<p>Trapiche Vineyards Malbec (Argentina) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Shiraz is characterized by smoky, spicy, and rich blackberry flavors?

<p>Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Syrah (BC VQA) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Henkell Trocken

Wine with light to medium body, dry, crisp, hint of fruitiness.

La Marca Prosecco (Italy)

Wine with light body, off-dry, floral and fruity notes.

Steller's Jay Brut (BC VQA)

Wine that is medium-bodied, dry, with bright acidity and toasty notes.

Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut (France)

Wine that is medium-bodied, dry, with citrus, brioche, and minerality.

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William Hill (California) Chardonnay

A full-bodied Chardonnay with buttery texture and vanilla notes.

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Trapiche Vineyards Malbec (Argentina)

Malbec that is medium to full-bodied, dry, with dark fruit and spice.

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Sandhill Winery Syrah (BC VQA)

Shiraz that is full-bodied, dry, with bold dark fruit and peppery spice.

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Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Syrah (BC VQA)

Shiraz that is full-bodied, dry, with smoky, spicy, and rich blackberry flavors.

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Study Notes

  • The Boathouse Wine List includes white wines, red wines, and interesting reds.

Sparkling Wines

  • Henkell Trocken is light-medium-bodied, dry, crisp, with a hint of fruitiness.
  • La Marca Prosecco (Italy) is light-bodied, off-dry, with floral and fruity notes.
  • Steller's Jay Brut (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with bright acidity and toasty notes.
  • Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut (France) is medium-bodied, dry, with citrus, brioche, and minerality.
  • Dom Pérignon (Champagne, France) is full-bodied, dry, with complex toasty, nutty, and citrus flavours.

Chardonnay

  • Peller Family (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with orchard fruit and light oak.
  • William Hill (California) is medium to full-bodied, dry, with buttery texture and vanilla notes.
  • Beringer Founder's Estate (California) is medium-bodied, dry, with tropical fruit and oak spice.
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery (BC VQA) is full-bodied, dry, with rich vanilla, caramel, and citrus.
  • Cedar Creek (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with fresh acidity and stone fruit flavors.

Sauvignon Blanc

  • Peller Family (BC VQA) is light-bodied, dry, with grassy and citrusy notes.
  • Oyster Bay (New Zealand) is light-bodied, crisp, dry, with grapefruit and tropical fruit.
  • Kim Crawford (New Zealand) is medium-bodied, dry, with high acidity and passion fruit notes.
  • Château de Sancerre (France) is medium-bodied, dry, with mineral and citrus flavors.

Pinot Grigio / Gris

  • Sandhill (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with floral and stone fruit notes.
  • Gray Monk Estate (BC VQA) is light-bodied, off-dry, with pear and melon flavors.
  • Masi 'Modello Bianco' (Italy) is light-bodied, dry, with crisp apple and citrus flavors.
  • See Ya Later Ranch (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with tropical fruit notes.
  • Santa Margherita (Italy) is light-bodied, crisp, dry, with pear and lemon zest.
  • Burrowing Owl (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with rich pear and honey notes.

Crisp & Refreshing Whites

  • Open Rosé (BC VQA) is light-bodied, off-dry, with bright red berry and citrus flavors.
  • Jackson-Triggs Riesling-Gewürztraminer (BC VQA) is light-bodied, semi-sweet, with floral and stone fruit notes.
  • Jacob's Creek Moscato (Australia) is light-bodied, sweet, with low acidity and peach flavors.
  • Red Rooster Riesling (BC VQA) is light-bodied, off-dry, with high acidity and green apple notes.
  • See Ya Later Ranch Gewürztraminer (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, off-dry, with lychee and spice.
  • Blasted Church ‘Hatfield's Fuse' Blend (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, off-dry, with tropical fruit and honey notes.

Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Robert Mondavi ‘Private Selection' (California) is full-bodied, dry, with dark fruit, vanilla, and oak.
  • Louis M. Martini (Sonoma Valley) is full-bodied, dry, with blackberry, cedar, and spice.
  • Beringer Founder's Estate (California) is medium-bodied, dry, with ripe cherry and soft tannins.
  • Caymus (Napa Valley) is full-bodied, dry, with rich blackcurrant and velvety tannins.

Red Blend / Meritage

  • Peller Family Cabernet Merlot (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with plum and soft tannins.
  • Sandhill Cabernet Merlot (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with black fruit and subtle oak.
  • Blasted Church ‘Big Bang Theory' Red Blend (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with bright berry and spice.
  • Laughing Stock ‘Portfolio' Red Blend (BC VQA) is full-bodied, dry, with dark chocolate and blackcurrant.
  • Orin Swift Abstract Red Blend (California) is full-bodied, dry, with bold fruit and vanilla.
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery (BC VQA) is full-bodied, dry, with structured tannins and dark cherry flavors.

Merlot

  • Peller Family (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with soft tannins and ripe fruit.
  • Red Rooster (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with plum and vanilla notes.

Pinot Noir

  • Quail's Gate (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with dark berry and spice notes.
  • Mark West (California) is light-bodied, dry, with cherry and earthy notes.
  • Cono Sur Organic (Chile) is light-bodied, dry, with red berry and spice.
  • Quails' Gate (BC VQA) is medium-bodied, dry, with bright acidity and red fruit.
  • See Ya Later Ranch (BC VQA) is light to medium-bodied, dry, with floral and cranberry notes.

Interesting Reds

  • Trapiche Vineyards Malbec (Argentina) is medium to full-bodied, dry, with dark fruit and spice.
  • Louis Bernard Côtes du Rhône (France) is medium-bodied, dry, with peppery and herbal notes.
  • Ravenswood Vintner's Blend Zinfandel (California) is full-bodied, dry, with jammy fruit and spice.
  • Villa Antinori Toscana (Italy) is medium-bodied, dry, with earthy and cherry flavors.
  • Masi Campofiorin Ripasso (Italy – half bottle) is medium to full-bodied, dry, with rich dried fruit notes.

Shiraz

  • Sandhill Winery Syrah (BC VQA) is full-bodied, dry, with bold dark fruit and peppery spice.
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Syrah (BC VQA) is full-bodied, dry, with smoky, spicy, and rich blackberry flavors.

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