Wine Sorting 101
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Which method of sorting grapes is typically used for high quality wines?

  • Sorting in the vineyard (correct)
  • Sorting by hand on a moving or vibrating belt
  • Not sorting at all
  • Sorting by optical sorting

    • What is the benefit of plot by plot winemaking?

  • Improves the reliability of the yeast used
  • Reduces cost and increases production
  • Allows for more efficient fermentation
  • Preserves primary fruit and limits tannin extraction (correct)

    • What is the typical maceration time for wines intended for early drinking?

  • No maceration time
  • 5-7 days (correct)
  • 1-3 days
  • 14-30 days

    • What is the typical maceration time for wines intended to be aged for many years in bottle?

    <p>14-30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of fermentation vessel used in winemaking?

    <p>Stainless steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using temperature control in fermentation vessels?

    <p>To control fermentation temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of vintage would maceration times be reduced if the fruit is not fully ripe?

    <p>Low quality vintage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range of fermentation temperatures for wines intended for early drinking?

    <p>Mid-range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range of fermentation temperatures for wines intended to be aged for many years in bottle?

    <p>High range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of yeast used in winemaking?

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

    Which type of press is believed to give the best results in extracting wine from the remaining skins?

    <p>Hydraulic presses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the proportion of press wine in the final blend?

    <p>The need for more structure and tannin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does malolactic conversion take place?

    <p>In barrels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are oak chips added for?

    <p>To add oak flavor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are high quality wines matured in?

    <p>French oak barriques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common mix of French oak barriques for maturing wines?

    <p>New, one-year old and two-year old barriques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long are wines typically matured for?

    <p>18-24 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often are wines traditionally racked?

    <p>Every three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do most estates blend their wines?

    <p>In the winter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of a winemaking consultant?

    <p>Assist with blending process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key factor in the production of sweet wines in Bordeaux?

    <p>Low yields to ensure high sugar levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for pruning to a low number of buds in the vineyard for sweet wine production?

    <p>To increase sugar levels in the grapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of top-quality sweet wines in Bordeaux?

    <p>Barrel-fermented with a high proportion of new oak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of new oak used in the production of sweet wines in Bordeaux?

    <p>30-50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in determining the level of botrytis in the final sweet wines?

    <p>The spread of noble rot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical barrel-aging period for top-quality sweet wines in Bordeaux?

    <p>18-36 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowed yield in the top appellations of Sauternes and Barsac?

    <p>25 hL/ha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common yield at the very top estates in Bordeaux for sweet wine production?

    <p>Below 10 hL/ha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for multiple passes through the vineyard during harvesting for sweet wine production?

    <p>To select botrytis-affected and ripe bunches or berries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key decision made in the vineyard that affects the quality of sweet wines in Bordeaux?

    <p>The level of botrytis in the final wines</p> Signup and view all the answers

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