15- SPARKLING WINES

Question 1

What is yeast autolysis?

Answer 1

The lees (dead yeast cells) release flavors into sparkling wines.

Question 2

What is the term for removing the lees?

Answer 2

Disgorge

Question 3

What is riddling?

Answer 3

Slowly tipping and jiggling the wine bottle so the lees move to the neck.

Question 4

What is the transfer method?

Answer 4

Instead of popping the seal to release the lees, release the entire content of the bottle into a pressurized tank , filter the lees, and put it back in the bottle.

Question 5

Where is the transfer method not permitted?

Answer 5

Cava, Champagne

Question 6

What grapes are used in Champagne?

Answer 6

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Meunier

Question 7

What is another region in France for sparkling?

What grapes are used?

Answer 7

Sparkling is called cremant outside of champagne Saumur in Loire Valley.
Chenin Blanc

Question 8

What is the main region in Spain for sparkling?

Answer 8

Catalunya

Question 9

What is the term used in South Africa to describe sparkling wines made in the traditional method?

Answer 9

Methode Cap Classique.

Question 10

Name 3 tank-fermented sparkling wines.

Answer 10

Prosecco, Asti, Sekt