VEN 3 Final
Vinho Verde is: a. A fresh, low alcohol wine made in Portugal from under-ripe grapes b. A green colored wine popular in South America c. A sparkling wine made in Spain d. A wine aged in barrels made from green wood e. A wine made from high-sugar, late-harvest grapes
a. A fresh, low alcohol wine made in Portugal from under-ripe grapes
The federal agency assigned the responsibility of developing regulations, conducting product analysis, and ensuring tax and trade compliance for alcoholic beverages made and sold in the United States is: a. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau b. Congress c. Department of Agriculture d. National Institutes of Health e. Internal Revenue Service
a. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau
A vintage date on a label indicates which of the following: a. All or a majority of the grapes in the bottle were grown and harvested in the year b. The wine was bottled in the year specified. c. The wine will be best if consumed before the year specified. d. All of the above (A, B, C)
a. All or a majority of the grapes in the bottle were grown and harvested in the year
The famous winemaking region of Mendoza is located in which country? a. Argentina b. Australia c. Chile d. Mexico e. South Africa
a. Argentina
Some very sweet wines such as Barsac (Bordeaux), late harvest wines from Germany, wines from Tokaji (Hungary), and others, rely on a specific microorganism infecting the berries near harvest to concentrate the berry sugars. That organism is: a. Botrytis cinerea b. lactobacillus c. Saccharomyces cerevisiae d. acetobacter e. oenococcus oeni
a. Botrytis cinerea
In California since 2000, according to the material presented in class, which Napa Valley Red wine grape typically brings the highest prices per ton? a. Cabernet Sauvignon b. Chardonnay c. Merlot d. Pinot Noir e. Zinfandel
a. Cabernet Sauvignon
Within the United States, which state produces the most wine? a. California b. Missouri c. New York State d. Oregon e. Washington State
a. California
What are California's two main wine grape growing regions? a. Coastal region and San Joaquin Valley b. Inland Empire and Central Coast c. Lake County and Sonoma County d. Lodi region and Mendocino County e. Napa Valley and North Coast
a. Coastal region and San Joaquin Valley
A wine that is said to "have legs" is: a. Demonstrating the Marangoni Effect b. Most likely very expensive c. Of exceptional quality d. Probably very old e. Unsuitable for drinking
a. Demonstrating the Marangoni Effect
Which of the following describes a Port wine? a. Fermentation is arrested while sugar is still 9-12%, wine is fortified to 18% or more ethanol, the wine is typically aged and blended prior to sale b. The grapes are infected with Botrytis fungus, the grapes may become desiccated and the resulting wine made from the infected grapes is usually sweet with unique honey- like characters. c. The wine is made from grapes that have been frozen, concentrating the sugars in the grapes and yielding a sweet wine. d. The base wine is fortified to ~15% ethanol, aged in the presence of a flor yeast for many years using the solera system, and sugar/juice may or may not be added to yield a sweet, high alcohol final wine.
a. Fermentation is arrested while sugar is still 9-12%, wine is fortified to 18% or more ethanol, the wine is typically aged and blended prior to sale
American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) are used in the United States to designate which of the following characteristics? a. Geographic origin of the grapes only b. Grape variety only c. Winemaking methods only d. Wine quality only e. Geographic origin, winemaking methods, grape variety and quality
a. Geographic origin of the grapes only
Which region(s) of Australia produce(s) the most wine? a. New South Wales and South Australia b. Northern Territory c. Queensland d. The island of Tasmania e. Western Australia
a. New South Wales and South Australia
If a wine bottle from the United States has a label stating the wine is a "Reserve", what does that mean, by law? a. No conclusions can be drawn about the wine, because the term "Reserve" has no legal meaning b. 75% of the grapes come from the same vineyard and were harvested in the same year c. 100% of the grapes come from the same vineyard and were harvested in the same year d. The wine is part of a small production lot and was given special attention by the winemaker e. The wine was evaluated by a blind tasting panel and found to be of exceptional quality
a. No conclusions can be drawn about the wine, because the term "Reserve" has no legal meaning
There are many types of Port wine. Which of the following is considered as the "standard" Port wine, typically described as young and fruity; usually blended from several years; and aged in wood 3-4 years prior to bottling? a. Ruby port b. Tawny port c. Vintage port d. White port e. Rose port
a. Ruby port
Which of the following is a sweet (botrytized) white wine, made from a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon blanc grapes, produced in the Bordeaux region? a. Sauternes b. Armagnac c. Calvados d. Margaux e. Paulliac
a. Sauternes
Sparkling wines made in Germany are called: a. Sekt b. Crémant c. Champagne d. Cava e. Asti
a. Sekt
Which European country has the largest vineyard area worldwide, and is home to the world's most abundant grape, but has relatively low average wine production per unit area? a. Spain b. Portugal c. Italy d. Germany e. France
a. Spain
French-American hybrid varieties and native American grape varieties are predominantly grown in New York State for what reason/s? a. The hybrid and native varieties are more cold hardy than V. vinifera. b. The cost of production for V. vinifera is too high. c. All of these hybrid and native varieties are resistant to phylloxera. d. All of the above (A, B, C)
a. The hybrid and native varieties are more cold hardy than V. vinifera.
When evaluating sensory attributes of wine, appearance, taste, and aroma are all important. Aroma is defined as: a. The perception of volatile compounds by olfactory receptors—either by sniffing (orthonasally) or by volatilization in the mouth (retronasally). b. The perception of taste compounds by taste receptors on the tongue, includes, sweet, sour, salty, bitter, umami. c. The combined perception of multiple senses. d. The perception of mouthfeel attributes such as astringency.
a. The perception of volatile compounds by olfactory receptors—either by sniffing (orthonasally) or by volatilization in the mouth (retronasally).
The names Pais, Criolla and Mission all refer to closely related red grapes that: a. Were introduced into North and South America by Europeans b. Were introduced into Europe following the discovery of America c. Are commonly used in making Sherry d. Are common in three different winemaking regions of Australia e. Are delicious table grapes, but rarely used in winemaking
a. Were introduced into North and South America by Europeans
A wine that is fermented dry, fortified to 15% with ethanol, aged in partially full barrels in the presence of flor, blended through the solera system and bottled without further fortification would be called a _______ sherry. a. fino b. amontillado c. crianza d. oloroso
a. fino
A bottle of wine is labelled as "2007- Navarro Vineyards - Anderson Valley - Pinot Noir". Anderson Valley, California is an American Viticultural Area (AVA). Assuming the label information to be correct, what percentage of the grapes used to make this wine are from this AVA? a. 100% b. At least 85% c. At least 75% d. At least 50% e. At least 40%
b. At least 85%
The grapes used to make the famous wines of Piedmont in Italy, such as Barbaresco, Barolo, Barbera and Asti include (answer may include both red and white grapes): a. Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Barbera b. Barbera, Nebbiolo and Moscato c. Lambrusco, Moscato and Primitivo d. Barbera, Nero d'Avola and Sangiovese e. Pinot Grigio, Moscato and Barbera
b. Barbera, Nebbiolo and Moscato
In wine tasting events, wine is sometimes tasted in opaque black glasses and/or in a room illuminated by colored light. This is because: a. Black glasses are less expensive than clear ones, and can be purchased in bulk b. Color perception can bias the way our senses perceive wine c. Even brief exposure to light can change the wine's chemical properties d. Exposure to light can promote evaporation e. None of the above
b. Color perception can bias the way our senses perceive wine
Most of the grapes produced in Washington State are used for: a. Sparkling wine b. Grape juice or jelly c. Rose wine d. Red wine e. Ice wine
b. Grape juice or jelly
Eastern Washington, including the Columbia Valley, produces 99% of the grapes from this state. What characteristics of Eastern Washington growing season make it well suited to grape production? a. Steep slopes that are cultivated using terrace farming b. Long summer days and the rain shadow effect of the Olympic and Cascade mountains c. High humidity and rainfall year-round, eliminating the need for irrigation d. Cool, dry days and warm, humid nights e. Consistent weather year-round with little seasonal variation
b. Long summer days and the rain shadow effect of the Olympic and Cascade mountains
The major wine producing region of Oregon, the Willamette Valley, is particularly well known for which varietal? a. Zinfandel b. Pinot noir c. Sauvignon blanc d. Syrah e. Merlot
b. Pinot noir
This grape variety was developed in South Africa and is a cross between Pinot noir and Hermitage (Cinsault). It is a tannic and fruity wine. a. Meritage b. Pinotage c. Mission d. Malbec e. Baco noir
b. Pinotage
In Spain, the terms Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva refer to which red wine criteria? a. The grapes used to make the wine b. The length of time the wine was aged c. The price of the wine d. The quality of the wine e. The region in which the grapes were grown
b. The length of time the wine was aged
Which of the following describes a traditional Chianti wine (NOT a Chianti Classico): a. The wine must be 100% Sangiovese. b. The wine is a blend of red and white grapes, with 75-90% being Sangiovese. c. The wine can contain up to 50% Sangiovese with the remainder being a white grape variety. d. The wine is made from the Nebbiolo and Barbera grape varieties only
b. The wine is a blend of red and white grapes, with 75-90% being Sangiovese.
Which grape variety has the highest level of acreage planted in California and is known for its many uses in addition to wine production? a. Concord b. Thompson Seedless c. Cabernet Sauvignon d. Chardonnay e. Merlot
b. Thompson Seedless
Chianti is a blended red wine made in the ________ region of Italy. a. Veneto b. Tuscany c. Sicily d. Piemonte e. Emilia-Romagna
b. Tuscany
California wines experienced a major "boom" in the 1970s when Baby Boomers began drinking wine in place of cocktails. Which type of wine was primarily responsible for this boom in the 1970s? a. Red wine b. White wine c. Blush wine d. Sparkling wine e. Fortified wine (i.e., Sherry, Port)
b. White wine
In the German designation system, the amount of sugar in the berries at harvest is important. Which of the following indicates grapes with the highest amount of sugar in the berries at harvest? a. Trocken b. Trockenbeerenauslese c. Kabinett d. Auslese e. Selection
b.Trockenbeerenauslese
In the German wine classification system, the most highly prized wines are made from grapes with which characteristics? a. High fruit yield b. High juice acidity c. High sugar content d. High tannin content e. Largest berry size
c. High sugar content
Two tannic red wines, aged in wood, typically made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes in the Piedmont region of Italy, are: a. Asti Spumanti and Barbera d'Asti b. Barbera and Moscato c. Barolo and Barbaresco d. Lambrusco and Marsala e. Chianti and Soave
c. Barolo and Barbaresco
A "vertical tasting" means tasting which of the following: a. Bottles that came off the bottling line in the order in which they were filled b. Bottles of similar wines, from least expensive to most expensive c. Bottles of the same wine, made in different years by the same winery d. Bottles of the same type of wine and vintage year, but made by different wineries e. Bottles made in different wineries using grapes from the same source
c. Bottles of the same wine, made in different years by the same winery
The Winkler Scale refers to: a. Evaluation of wines according to sensory characteristics shown on the wine aroma wheel b. Relative resistance of rootstocks to Phylloxera, determined by UC Davis researchers c. California climate regions measured in growing degree days, described by a UC Davis professor in the 1940s d. The relationship of sugar content (Brix) to ripeness, used in making harvest decisions e. Electronic equipment used to weigh grapes in real time as they are harvested
c. California climate regions measured in growing degree days, described by a UC Davis professor in the 1940s
The only California AVA that is divided between Napa and Sonoma Counties is: a. Anderson Valley AVA b. Atlas Peak AVA c. Carneros AVA d. Red Hills AVA e. Yountville AVA
c. Carneros AVA
According to recent data from OIV, USDA and other government sources, the consumption of wine over the past 10 years is increasing in _________ and __________, but decreasing in ________. a. China, Germany, France b. China, France, USA c. China, USA, France d. France, Germany, China e. USA, France, China
c. China, USA, France
The federal tax rate for wine sold in the USA is based on which two factors? a. Acid concentration and wine color b. Base price of the wine and ethanol concentration c. Ethanol concentration and carbon dioxide (CO2) concentration d. Ethanol concentration and wine color e. Sugar concentration and acid concentration
c. Ethanol concentration and carbon dioxide (CO2) concentration
"Prohibition" refers to the period in US history when wine was outlawed by the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution. When, and why, was Prohibition adopted? a. During the Civil War (1861-1865), because the North and South could not agree on alcohol policies b. In 1900-1905, because a severe drought led to record low grape harvests, and food crops were limited, so it was important to conserve grapes for eating rather than winemaking c. In 1919-1934, because prohibition advocates thought that ending alcohol abuse would solve complex social problems d. During World War I (1914-1918), because alcohol production was thought to be a waste of labor and resources e. During World War II (1939-1945), because alcohol production was thought to be a waste of labor and resources
c. In 1919-1934, because prohibition advocates thought that ending alcohol abuse would
The Traditional System of winemaking in France collapsed in the mid-19th century. This radical change can be attributed, in part, to: a. An epidemic of Pierce's Disease b. Competition from the growing US wine industry c. Introduction of Phylloxera in France, killing grapevines d. Increased regulation of wine production by the French government e. The discovery that fermentation of sugar to alcohol does not require yeast
c. Introduction of Phylloxera in France, killing grapevines
Which Midwestern US state, known for its "Rhineland" settled by Germans in the Mid-19th century, was the second-highest wine producing state in the US before Prohibition? a. Arkansas b. Illinois c. Missouri d. Ohio e. Oklahoma
c. Missouri
Which of the following refers to a famous Spanish red wine, usually a blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha? a. Albarino b. Dolcetto d'Alba c. Rioja d. Marsala e. Jerez
c. Rioja
Which of the following is NOT one of the five basic tastes: a. Sweet b. Sour c. Smoky d. Salty e. Bitter
c. Smoky
The "French Paradox" as discussed in class refers to the observation that: a. French wines are often of very high quality, but are very reasonably priced b. Some of the best French wines are produced from grapes grown in vineyards with poor soil, in a harsh climate c. The French consume as much dietary fat as Americans, but have a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease d. The French consume more wine per capita than Americans, but have a lower incidence of osteoporosis e. The French consume much more wine per capita than Americans, but have a similar level of alcoholic liver disease
c. The French consume as much dietary fat as Americans, but have a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease
The modern appellation system first developed in France in the early 1900s. What historical circumstances led to the introduction of the appellation system? a. An oversupply of locally produced, poor quality wine in France during World War I b. Prohibition of wine production in the US led to decreased wine availability worldwide c. The phylloxera epidemic in Europe led to production of 'artificial' wines and importation of Algerian wines into France d. The rise of the globalized economy led to rapid development of viticulture in Asia e. The Gold rush in California led to rapid expansion of the wine competition from the US
c. The phylloxera epidemic in Europe led to production of 'artificial' wines and importation of Algerian wines into France
Wines of the "New World" (outside Europe) are characterized by which of the following: a. Emphasis on white wines, with little red wine production b. Strict adherence to European winemaking traditions c. Wines named mainly for grape varietals d. Strong indigenous (native) wine traditions e. Wines named for specific geographic regions, and blended from several grapes
c. Wines named mainly for grape varietals
Burgundy and Bordeaux are two important wine growing regions in France with many similarities in their practices as well as some differences. These differences include the fact that in Burgundy vineyards are typically , vineyards may have owners, and the wines are typically . a. larger, single, single varieties (monovarietals) b. smaller, multiple owners, blends of multiple varieties c. smaller, multiple owners, single varieties (monovarietals) d. larger, single owners, blends of multiple varieties
c. smaller, multiple owners, single varieties (monovarietals)
Which of the following are differences between the French AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) and the Italian DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) Appellation systems? a. The French AOC system is hierarchical, but the Italian DOCG system is not necessarily hierarchical. b. The Italian DOCG system requires that wines pass a blind taste test to obtain the DOCG designation, but the French AOC designation does not. c. The Italian designation specifies the varieties and methods that can be used, but the French does not. d. A and B
d. A and B
Which of the following is true about the effects of Prohibition on grape and wine production in the US and California? a. Commercial production of alcoholic beverages stopped. b. The total grape acreage planted increased. c. The total grape acreage planted decreased. d. A and B
d. A and B
Red wine grapes were introduced to the New World by European missionaries, and the same variety was given different names in different regions of the New World. Which of the following names apply to these red wine grapes introduced by missionaries? a. 'Mission' grapes in California b. 'Shiraz' in Australia c. 'Criolla' in Argentina d. A and C only
d. A and C only
In Europe, a Controlled Appellation Designation (AOC, PDO, DO, etc.) provides information about which of the following? a. The grape varieties used in making the wine b. Where the grapes were grown c. How the wine was made d. All of the above (A, B and C) e. None of the above
d. All of the above (A, B and C)
California winegrape production has experienced many so-called 'boom and bust' cycles. The specific reasons for the up-cycles and the corresponding down-cycles are often quite different. The boom in the 1880s was largely due to which of the following reason/s? a. Population growth in Northern California after the Gold Rush b. World-wide demand for wine was increasing due to phylloxera destruction of French vineyards c. Completion of Transcontinental Railroad tied California markets to eastern US markets d. All of the above (A, B, C)
d. All of the above (A, B, C)
There have historically been a number of 'boom and bust' cycles in the wine industry of California. What factor(s) likely contributed to a 'boom' in California winemaking in the 1880s? a. The California gold rush brought population growth to the region b. Phylloxera destroyed European vineyards, eliminating competition c. The US East and West Coasts were linked by railroads d. All of the above (A, B, and C) e. None of the above
d. All of the above (A, B, and C)
Sherry and Port are often compared to one another, yet there are many important differences between the two. Which of the following statements correctly describes something they have in common? a. Both Port and Sherry are aged in the presence of "flor" yeast b. Both Port and Sherry are always "sweet" c. Both Port and Sherry are blended using a Solera system d. Both Port and Sherry are fortified wines e. Both Port and Sherry are made from red wine grapes
d. Both Port and Sherry are fortified wines
Which of the following is a fungus/mold that can infect grapes, and under the right conditions, notably in Bordeaux, Alsace, and Germany (among others), the infected grapes are used to produce a sweet wine with a characteristic honey-like character? a. Penicillium glaucum b. Oenococcus oeni (previously known as Leuconostoc oenos) c. Brettanomyces bruxellensis d. Botrytis cinerea e. Acetobacter aceti
d. Botrytis cinerea
In which wine producing country are the Aconcagua and Maipo valleys located? a. Portugal b. Brazil c. Spain d. Chile e. Peru
d. Chile
Which South American country has a climate and topography very similar to those of California (i.e., cool wet winters and warm, dry summers; a coastal mountain range and a central valley), making it particularly appropriate for winegrowing? a. V enezuela b. Ecuador c. Colombia d. Chile e. Brazil
d. Chile
The production of ________ is made by extended aging in the presence of "flor" yeast, blending in a Solera system and fortifying to ~15% alcohol. a. Port wine b. Madeira wine c. Oloroso Sherry d. Fino Sherry e. Amontillado Sherry
d. Fino Sherry
Some of the world's oldest-yet-still-drinkable wines include _____ wines made from white grapes, fortified with brandy. These wines were originally shipped around the world, during which they became "desirably rancid" ("rancio"). These wines are made in an autonomous Portuguese region known as: a. Algarve b. Dão c. Douro d. Madeira e. Tejo
d. Madeira
Which of the following is true about the calories in wine? a. Similar to black coffee or tea, wine contains almost no calories. b. Sugar and ethanol contribute equally to the calories in wine. c. Most of the calories come from sugar (if a sweet wine). d. Most of the calories come from ethanol. e. Most of the calories come from compounds other than sugar or ethanol.
d. Most of the calories come from ethanol.
The Finger Lakes winegrowing region is located within which state: a. Washington b. Oregon c. Pennsylvania d. New York e. California
d. New York
The major wine producing region of Oregon, the Willamette Valley, is particularly well known for which varietal? a. Zinfandel b. Syrah c. Sauvignon blanc d. Pinot noir e. Merlot
d. Pinot noir
An important and world-renowned wine variety from New Zealand, particularly the Marlborough region of the South Island, which is often characterized by aromas described as 'fruity' and/or 'grapefruit', is: a. Chardonnay b. Zinfandel c. Riesling d. Sauvignon blanc e. Chablis
d. Sauvignon blanc
In addition to the end of commercial production of alcoholic beverages in the United States, which of the following occurred during the Prohibition era? a. Decreased vineyard prices throughout California b. Decreased planting of wine grapes throughout California c. Reduced demand for wine grapes d. Sharp increase in the number of home winemakers e. All of the above
d. Sharp increase in the number of home winemakers
The region of Italy that produces the highest volume of wines, more than that of Australia and New Zealand combined, is: a. Piedmont b. Puglia c. Sardinia d. Sicily e. Tuscany
d. Sicily
Which of the following are important red/black/purple grape cultivars? a. Airen, Albarino b. Chardonnay, Riesling c. Muscat, Semillon d. Syrah, Zinfandel e. None of the above
d. Syrah, Zinfandel
Which of the following is TRUE of a wine labeled as "American Table Wine"? a. The wine alcohol content cannot be determined from the information given b. The wine contains between 14 and 20% alcohol c. The wine contains exactly 14% alcohol d. The wine contains between 7 and 14% alcohol e. The wine contains less than 7% alcohol
d. The wine contains between 7 and 14% alcohol
A vintage year (such as 2004) on a wine bottle indicates which of the following: a. The year the wine was distributed for sale b. The year the wine was bottled c. The year the wine was blended d. The year the grapes were harvested e. The year the vines were planted
d. The year the grapes were harvested
The vineyard heat index is used to provide a cumulative measure of heat in a vineyard. It is calculated from the sum of the daily average temperature minus 50 ̊F. Why is 50 ̊F used in this formula? a. This is the average night time temperature in California b. This is the average summer temperature in California c. This is the global average temperature d. This is the minimum temperature for grape growing (below this temperature we assume grapes are not physiologically active) e. To keep the daily value from being above 100 ̊F, which would make the index too high
d. This is the minimum temperature for grape growing (below this temperature we assume grapes are not physiologically active)
Wines of the "New World" (outside Europe) are characterized by which of the following: a. Emphasis on white wines, with little red wine production b. Strict adherence to European winemaking traditions c. Strong indigenous (native) wine traditions d. Wines named mainly for grape varietals e. Wines named for specific geographic regions, and blended from several grapes
d. Wines named mainly for grape varietals
Beaujolais nouveau wines are light, fruity wines that are made: a. by mixing equal parts wine and fresh grape juice b. from white grapes c. to be aged for many years d. to be released in the year they are harvested e. using brandy for fortification
d. to be released in the year they are harvested
Which of the following is not a mouthfeel sensation? a. astringency b. hotness c. viscosity d. umami e. all are mouthfeel sensations
d. umami
The United States has strict wine label requirements for certain geographic designations. If a US wine is labeled as "Estate Bottled", which of the following must be true, by law? a. There is no legal requirement associated with the phrase "Estate Bottled" b. There is no requirement for the grapes, but the wine must have been bottled on the estate c. 50% of the grapes must be from vineyards owned or controlled by the winery d. 95% of the grapes must be from vineyards owned or controlled by the winery e. 100% of the grapes must be from vineyards owned or controlled by the winery
e. 100% of the grapes must be from vineyards owned or controlled by the winery
The "Judgment of Paris" in viticulture refers to: a. A publicity campaign to promote French wines b. A publicity campaign to promote a Hollywood movie c. A story from Greek mythology d. A wine tasting competition in the 1990s, won by French winemakers e. A wine tasting competition in the 1970s, won by California winemakers
e. A wine tasting competition in the 1970s, won by California winemakers
By law, labels on all wine bottles sold in the US must include what information? a. Alcohol concentration b. "Contains sulfites" if over 10 ppm SO2 c. Surgeon General's health warnings d. A and C only e. A, B and C
e. A, B and C
A Controlled Appellation of Origin provides information about which of the following: a. The geographic origin of the grapes. b. The name of the producer. c. The production regulations by which the wine was made and grapes were grown. d. The grape varieties used. e. A, C, and D
e. A, C, and D
Which of the following are historic contributions of UC Davis to the California Wine Industry? a. "Re-starting" the California wine industry after the end of Prohibition b. Studies on the relationship between wine quality and climate c. Introduction of modern sanitation to winemaking eliminated widespread contamination of wine d. First standardized lexicon for wine sensory attributes with the Wine Aroma Wheel e. All of the above
e. All of the above
In the Italian Appellation System, how do DOCG wines (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) differ from DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) wines? a. A DOCG region is a sub-region located within a larger DOC region b. DOC are wines of the highest quality; DOCG wines are low cost table wines of average quality c. DOCG designations are used in Northern Italy; DOC designations are used in Southern Italy d. DOCG designations refer to a specific vineyard; DOC refers to a wide region e. DOCG are wines of distinction that must pass a blind taste test; DOC wines do not undergo a taste test
e. DOCG are wines of distinction that must pass a blind taste test; DOC wines do not undergo a taste test
French Champagne is classified according to its sweetness. Which of the following is the sweetest category? a. Extra Brut b. Brut c. Sec d. Demi-Sec e. Doux
e. Doux
Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc are the dominant varieties grown in which French region? a. Alsace b. Bordeaux c. Languedoc d. Rhone Valley e. Loire Valley
e. Loire Valley
Which French region, extending from the Atlantic coast to far inland, is known as the second largest producer of French sparkling wines (after Champagne)? a. Alsace b. Gascony c. Rhone V alley d. Languedoc-Roussillon e. Loire Valley
e. Loire Valley
When tasting a wine, we swirl the wine in a glass to concentrate aromas. For best results, the glass should be: a. Completely full b. Nearly empty c. Nearly full d. No more than half full e. No more than one third full
e. No more than one third full
Which of the following refers to a famous Spanish red wine, usually a blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha? a. Albarino b. Dolcetto d'Alba c. Jerez d. Marsala e. Rioja
e. Rioja
Which of the following is a sweet (botrytized) white wine, made from a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon blanc grapes, produced in the Bordeaux region? a. Armagnac b. Calvados c. Margaux d. Paulliac e. Sauternes
e. Sauternes
White wines from the Marlborough region of New Zealand have a worldwide reputation due to their unique fruity flavor, often compared to grapefruit. Which grape variety is used in making this wine? a. Chardonnay b. Palomino blanco c. Pinot gris d. Riesling e. Sauvignon blanc
e. Sauvignon blanc
Which country of the Southern Hemisphere is known for its low domestic wine consumption, high brandy production, and rapid growth of its wine industry in areas such as Stellenbosch following favorable political developments in the early 1990s? a. Argentina b. Australia c. Chile d. Peru e. South Africa
e. South Africa
Which of the following is TRUE of red wines from the Burgundy region of France? a. The highest quality (top 1%) of wines are designated as "Grand Vin" b. The Médoc, Graves, and Pomerol areas are located within this region c. They are often identified by the name of a "chateau" d. They have a darker color, more tannin and lower alcohol content than Bordeaux reds e. They are 100% varietal wines.
e. They are 100% varietal wines.
A multipurpose grape, commonly used in raisins, table grapes, juice concentrate and wine, and accounting for about 35% of California's vineyard area, is _________? a. Concord b. Muscat c. Niagara d. Pione e. Thompson Seedless
e. Thompson Seedless
In the German Prädikat category system, very sweet, highly concentrated wines made from "Selected dried berries" are known as: a. Auslese b. Beerenauslese c. Kabinett d. Spätlese e. Trockenbeerenauslese
e. Trockenbeerenauslese
The United States is currently a major wine producer, ranked 4th in the world. Which of the following statements is true of US wine production? a. California accounts for about 30% of US wine production b. None of the Midwestern states produce wine commercially c. Wine cannot be produced in the northeast or northwest due to cold winters d. Wine cannot be produced in the southwest due to dry conditions e. Wine is produced in all 50 states
e. Wine is produced in all 50 states
Which of the following is an important grape for making red wines in California, originally from Croatia (named Crljenak Kaštelanski there) and introduced in California by the 1850s? a. Cabernet Franc b. Grenache c. Merlot d. Syrah e. Zinfandel
e. Zinfandel
Wine labels in the US are required to provide which of the following information? a. Appellation/region of origin b. Amount of alcohol (given as percent by volume) OR 'Table wine' designation c. Indication that the wine contains sulfites if there is more than 10 mg/L (10 ppm) SO2. d. Health warnings e. All of the above (A, B, C, D) f. B, C, and D only
f. B, C, and D only