Wines Quiz 2 - PDF

**1. Between which latitudes North and South do most wine-producing regions lie?**1 **2. What is the term for the onset of grape ripening, characterized by a change in the berries\' color?**2 **3. What is the name of the insect that feeds aggressively on grape roots, to which *vitis vinifera* are mo...

**1. Between which latitudes North and South do most wine-producing regions lie?**1 **2. What is the term for the onset of grape ripening, characterized by a change in the berries\' color?**2 **3. What is the name of the insect that feeds aggressively on grape roots, to which *vitis vinifera* are most susceptible?**3 **4. Name three factors affecting annual temperature in a wine region.**1 **5. What are the four climate classifications for wine regions based on average temperature?**4 **6. List three types of soil mentioned in the sources.**4 **7. What are the three scales of climate mentioned in the sources?**5 **8. Why do wineries pick grapes at different times?**6 **9. Why are white wines generally picked earlier in the season than red wines?**5 **10. What does the aspect of a vineyard refer to?**7 **11. Briefly describe the characteristics of a maritime climate.**8 **12. What is a key characteristic of a Mediterranean climate that influences wine production?**8 **13. What type of climate is characterized by hot summers, cold winters, and little rainfall, typical of the interior of a continent?**9 **14. What are the three main white grape varieties discussed in the sources?**101112 **15. What are the five main red grape varieties discussed in the sources?**1314151617 **16. What is the French term for the removal of stems from grapes before crushing?**18 **17. What is the purpose of crushing grapes in winemaking?**18 **18. Why is it important to avoid damaging the pips (seeds) during grape crushing?**18 **19. When does pressing occur for white wine production?**19 **20. What is alcoholic fermentation in winemaking?**19 **21. What is malolactic fermentation?**20 **22. List three types of vessels used for wine aging.**20 **23. What are the two main types of wine labels discussed in the sources?**21 **24. What are the four key differences between Old World and New World wine labels?**2122 Chardonnay **25. Chardonnay is one of the world's most popular grape varieties. True or False?**10 **26. Chardonnay is known for its versatility. What contributes to this diversity in flavor profiles?**23 **27. What are some typical aromas found in unoaked Chardonnay?**23 **28. How does oak aging influence the aroma profile of Chardonnay?**23 **29. What is the recommended serving temperature for sparkling Chardonnay?**24 **30. Why might you choose to decant an older Chardonnay?**24 **31. What is the key characteristic of Chablis Chardonnay?**24 **32. What winemaking techniques contribute to the complexity and richness of Côte d'Or Chardonnay?**25 **33. Which Burgundy region is known for its Chardonnay with flavors of buttered toast, hazelnut, and ripe stone fruits?**25 **34. What distinguishes Puligny-Montrachet Chardonnay?**25 **35. How does the climate of Sonoma Coast influence the style of Chardonnay produced there?**25 **36. What characterizes Napa Valley Chardonnay?**26 **37. What are the prominent flavors found in Santa Barbara County Chardonnay?**26 **38. What is the typical style of Chardonnay from Yarra Valley, Australia?**26 **39. Describe the style of Chardonnay produced in Margaret River, Australia.**27 **40. What is the purpose of malolactic fermentation in Chardonnay production?**28 **41. What is lees stirring and what effect does it have on Chardonnay?**28 **42. What percentage of American Chardonnay plantings are believed to originate from the Wente clone?**28 **43. What term on a Champagne label indicates that the wine is made from 100% Chardonnay?**11 Sauvignon Blanc **44. Sauvignon Blanc is known for its "green" herbal flavors. True or False?**11 **45. What are some typical aromas associated with Sauvignon Blanc?**29 **46. How does oak aging affect the taste and texture of Sauvignon Blanc?**29 **47. What grape variety is often blended with oaked Sauvignon Blanc to enhance its body and complexity?**29 **48. What is the date of International Sauvignon Blanc Day?**30 **49. What does the French word \"Sauvage\" mean, and how does it relate to Sauvignon Blanc?**30 **50. Name one of the parent grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon.**30 **51. What compounds contribute to the "green" aromatics in Sauvignon Blanc?**30 **52. What grape variety was mistakenly thought to be Sauvignon Blanc in Chile until the 1980s?**12 **53. What unusual tasting note is sometimes used to describe Sauvignon Blanc?**12 **54. What chemical compound is responsible for the \"cat pee\" aroma in some Sauvignon Blancs?**12 Riesling **55. Where is Riesling believed to have originated?**12 **56. Name two other well-known grape varieties that share a common ancestor with Riesling.**12 **57. Is Riesling considered a collectible white wine?**31 **58. What range of sweetness levels can be found in Riesling wines?**31 **59. List three primary fruit aromas associated with Riesling.**31 **60. Besides fruit, what other aromas might you detect in Riesling?**31 **61. What compound is responsible for the petrol or petroleum wax aroma in some Rieslings?**31 **62. How is the acidity level of Riesling typically described?**18 Rosé Wine **63. Rosé wines are a relatively recent invention. True or False?**32 **64. What gives rosé wines their pink color?**32 **65. Is blending red and white wines a common practice for producing rosé?**32 **66. Name two sparkling wine regions where blending for rosé production is permitted.**32 **67. What is the direct press method for making rosé?**33 **68. What is a key characteristic of rosés made using the direct press method?**33 **69. What is the maceration method for producing rosé?**33 **70. What factors influence the style variations in rosés made using the maceration method?**33 **71. What is the saignée method of rosé production?**34 **72. How does the saignée method differ from the maceration method?**34 **73. What are typical characteristics of rosés made using the saignée method?**34 Red Wine **74. What type of grapes are required for making red wine?**34 **75. What are two options for handling grape stems before fermentation in red winemaking?**34 **76. What is carbonic maceration?**34 **77. What is the purpose of pre-fermentation extraction in red winemaking?**34 **78. What is the typical temperature range for alcoholic fermentation in red winemaking?**13 **79. List three types of vessels used for red wine fermentation.**13 **80. What is cap management in red wine fermentation, and why is it important?**13 **81. What are some options for red wine maturation after fermentation?**13 Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz/Syrah **82. Which grape variety is considered older: Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon?**14 **83. What are two color mutations of Pinot Noir?**14 **84. Why is Pinot Noir often referred to as the \"Heartbreak Grape\"?**14 **85. From what French words does the name \"Pinot Noir\" derive, and what do they refer to?**14 **86. Which grape variety is the most planted in the world?**15 **87. What is the French translation of \"Merlot\", and what does it refer to?**15 **88. What two grape varieties are the parents of Cabernet Sauvignon?**16 **89. What percentage of other grape varieties can be legally blended into a wine labeled as \"Cabernet Sauvignon\" in the United States?**16 **90. What are the two names used for the same grape variety, depending on the region where it is grown?**