Fortified Wine Production Flashcards
1
Q
why was brandy originally added to wine?
A
to protect from spoilage
2
Q
t/f: Rutherglen is madeirized
A
true
3
Q
which grape are used to make Rutherglen?
A
Muscat and Topaque (Muscadelle)
4
Q
Name 3 sweet fortified wines made with Grenache in France
A
Banyuls
Maury
Rasteau
5
Q
what does biological aging result in?
A
lower acid, lower alcohol, and acetaldehyde
6
Q
what happens to alcohol and acid levels during oxidative aging?
A
alcohol and acid levels increase
7
Q
Where are Muscat de Rivesalts, Banyuls, and Maury all produced?
A
Roussillon
8
Q
what is a mistelle?
A
wine that is fortified before or just after fermentation
9
Q
Pineau de Charentes AOC and Floc de Gascogne AOC are examples of
A
mistelle
