Wine Colors and Blending Techniques
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Which of the following is an advantage of hand harvesting and pressing whole bunches for making rosé?

  • Less stress on the grapes during harvesting (correct)
  • Faster and significantly cheaper than machine harvesting
  • Requires a large, well-trained picking team
  • Extracts more solids and phenolics

    • What is a disadvantage of hand harvesting for making rosé?

  • Grapes can be picked at night for cooler temperatures
  • Faster and significantly cheaper than machine harvesting
  • Requires a large, well-trained picking team (correct)
  • Extracts more solids and phenolics

    • Which of the following is an advantage of machine harvesting and short maceration or hold in press for making rosé?

  • Requires a large, well-trained picking team
  • Extracts more solids and phenolics
  • Grapes can be sorted in the vineyard
  • Fast (correct)

    • What is a disadvantage of machine harvesting for making rosé?

    <p>Does not allow for whole bunch pressing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the majority option for selecting yeast during fermentation for making rosé?

    <p>Cultured yeast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fermentation temperature range for making rosé?

    <p>14°–18°C (57–64°F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are wines fermented to dry for making rosé?

    <p>To retain acidity and primary fruit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical storage period for rosé wines on the lees before bottling?

    <p>2-3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be done to reduce the color of a rosé wine if it is deeper than desired?

    <p>Fine the wine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an alternative option for producing rosé besides storing the wine on the lees for added texture?

    <p>Ageing the wine in oak barrels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape varieties contribute to the pale color of most wines in the region mentioned in the text?

    <p>Grenache Noir, Cinsaut, and Tibouren</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of white varieties is allowed in the blend according to AOC regulations?

    <p>Up to 20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is rosé wine usually made?

    <p>By direct pressing or short maceration on the skins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might white grapes be used in the blend of rosé wine?

    <p>To reduce the alcohol level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically done to achieve a good balance between fruit and acidity in the musts?

    <p>Typically acidified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended temperature for chilling the fruit to retain fruity aromas and preserve the pale color?

    <p>4°C (39°F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bucher Vaslin develop to eliminate oxidation in the press?

    <p>Inertys® specialized press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of chilling the fruit to 4°C (39°F)?

    <p>To reduce the rate of oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for handling the fruit protectively when making rosé wine?

    <p>To retain fruity aromas and preserve the pale color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of acidifying the musts in winemaking?

    <p>To achieve a good balance between fruit and acidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of whole bunch pressing for making rosé?

    <p>It extracts more solids and phenolics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of machine harvesting and short maceration or hold in press for making rosé?

    <p>It does not allow whole bunch pressing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the majority option for selecting yeast during fermentation for making rosé?

    <p>Cultured yeast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fermenting rosé wines to dry?

    <p>To achieve a consistently dry style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be done to reduce the color of a rosé wine if it is deeper than desired?

    <p>Fining the wine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended fermentation temperature range for making rosé?

    <p>14°–18°C (57–64°F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical storage period for rosé wines on the lees before bottling?

    <p>2-3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of hand harvesting for making rosé?

    <p>It is more expensive and slower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of machine harvesting for making rosé?

    <p>It is faster than hand harvesting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for handling the fruit protectively when making rosé wine?

    <p>To prevent oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape varieties contribute to the pale color of most wines in the region?

    <p>Grenache Noir, Cinsaut, and Tibouren</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum percentage of white varieties allowed in the blend of rosé wines according to AOC regulations?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is rosé wine usually made?

    <p>By direct pressing or short maceration on the skins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might white grapes be used in the blend of rosé wine?

    <p>To reduce the alcohol level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically done to achieve a good balance between fruit and acidity in the musts?

    <p>Musts are typically acidified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of chilling the fruit to 4°C (39°F) when making rosé wine?

    <p>It reduces the rate of oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bucher Vaslin develop to eliminate oxidation in the press?

    <p>Inertys® press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the color of a rosé wine reduced if it is deeper than desired?

    <p>By using white varieties in the blend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended temperature for chilling the fruit to retain fruity aromas and preserve the pale color?

    <p>4°C (39°F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of acidifying the musts in winemaking?

    <p>To achieve a good balance between fruit and acidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rosé Wine Production

    • Hand harvesting and pressing whole bunches allows for gentle handling of grapes, resulting in less damage and oxidation.

    Advantages of Hand Harvesting

    • Retains fruity aromas and preserves pale color
    • Gentle handling reduces oxidation

    Disadvantage of Hand Harvesting

    • Labor-intensive and expensive

    Machine Harvesting and Short Maceration

    • Faster and more cost-effective than hand harvesting
    • Results in deeper-colored wines due to increased skin contact

    Disadvantage of Machine Harvesting

    • Can result in oxidation and loss of aromas

    Yeast Selection and Fermentation

    • Majority option for selecting yeast: natural yeast or neutral yeast
    • Recommended fermentation temperature range: 15°C to 18°C (59°F to 64°F)
    • Fermenting to dry ensures stability and prevents refermentation

    Storage and Lees Aging

    • Typical storage period on lees: 2-6 months
    • Lees aging adds complexity and texture to rosé wines

    Reducing Color and Preserving Aromas

    • Chilling fruit to 4°C (39°F) preserves pale color and fruity aromas
    • Reducing color: blend with white wine or add a small amount of sulfur dioxide

    Grape Varieties and Blending

    • Grape varieties contributing to pale color: Grenache, Cinsault, and Tibouren
    • Maximum percentage of white varieties allowed in blend: 20% according to AOC regulations
    • White grapes are used to add freshness and acidity to the blend

    Fruit Handling and Winemaking

    • Fruity aromas are preserved by handling fruit protectively and chilling to 4°C (39°F)
    • Acidifying the musts helps achieve a good balance between fruit and acidity
    • Bucher Vaslin developed a system to eliminate oxidation in the press

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