Wine Test Flashcards
What are the 5 “S’s” of wine tasting?
See
swirl
sniff
sip
savor
What does varietal mean?
made from a single grape variety and the wine bears that name. To be considered a varietal, a wine must contain 85% of the grape listed on the label (75% in the US)
List a few examples of tasting notes for a cabernet
Dark fruit
cassis
black cherry
blackberry
bell pepper
spice
tobacco
List a few examples of tasting notes for a chardonnay
Apple
pear
lemon
apricot
ginger
Buttery
oaky
floral
List a few examples of tasting notes for a pinot grigio
Lime
lemon
pear
white nectarine
apple
Floral aromas like honeysuckle
List a few examples of tasting notes for a pinot noir
Cherry
raspberry
mushroom
forest floor
What is the size of our standard wine pour at PSC?
3 oz for a half glass
6 oz for a full pour
What temperatures are we holding red wines? White?
58 red wine
48 white wine
What are tannins?
The “pucker power” of wines derived from the skins, stems, and seeds of the grape
List the 5 Bordeaux varietals
Cab
Cab Franc
Petit Verdot
Merlot
Malbec
What are the 5 tasting characteristics of wine
Sweetness
acidity
tannin
alcohol
body
What does steel barrel aging do to wines?
Produces wines with fruit forward aromas and a fresh, crisp taste
What is the proper pouring order for a bottle of wine during service?
Oldest woman to youngest woman, then oldest male to youngest male, finally back to the host or whoever ordered the bottle.
How do red wines obtain their color?
when left in contact with the skins of the grape.
What are the necessary steps to take to send an unfinished bottle of wine home with a guest?
Cork the bottle, place the bottle in a sealable plastic wine bag, staple a receipt to the wine bag. Inform the guest that the bottle must be out of reach of the driver for the duration of the ride home.
