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46. Other sparkling wines Flashcards

1
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How does transfer method differ from methode traditionelle?

A

After yeast autolysis in bottle, wine is put in tank without riddling (but secondary fermentation occurs in a bottle for both methods)

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In the transfer method of making sparkling wine, how are dead yeast removed?

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filtered (not disgorgement)

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Name four alternative methods to methode traditionelle to make sparkling wine.

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transfer, tank, Asti, carbonation.

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Which alternative methods for sparkling wine production are used in the USA?

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All four: transfer, tank, Asti, carbonation.

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What is the distinguishing aspect of the transfer method?

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Steps of the process up to riddling are the same, disgorgement occurs into a tank and dosage occurs in the tank prior to rebottling; the second fermentation occurs in a bottle, thus “bottle-fermented,” but not “fermented in this bottle’

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What is the distinguishing aspect of the tank method?

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secondary fermentation occurs in a tank (not a bottle,) sediment is removed by filtration

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What is the Charmat method for sparkling wine production?

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tank

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What is the most common method for inexpensive sparkling wine production?

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tank

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What is the chief disadvantage of the tank method for sparkling wine production?

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lack of subtle flavors from yeast autolysis

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What are the main advantages of the tank method for sparkling wine production?

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cost is lower, highlight varietal character, especially for Muscat, Reisling and Glera.

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What is the distinguishing aspect of the Asti method?

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no production of still wine, no secondary fermentation

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Name four (of seven) French Crémant sparkling wine AC’s.

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Crémant d’Alsace, Crémant de Bordeaux, Crémant de Bourgogne, Crémant de Die, Crémant du Jura, Crémant de Limoux and Crémant de Loire.

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What are regulations for French Crémant production?

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Grapes must be hand-harvested; Grapes may be whole bunch pressed or they may be destemmed; The quantity of must obtained from the pressed grapes cannot exceed 100 liters for every 150 kg of grapes; The second fermentation (prise de mousse) must occur in bottle; While Crémant wines follow the same sweetness and dosage parameters as Champagne the finished wines cannot exceed a dosage of more than 50g/l sugar; Crémant wines must age for at least 9 months on the lees before being disgorged, and then an additional three months before release to the market

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What is the largest French Crémant AOC?

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Alsace (accounts for over 50% of Crémant production)

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Compare the effervescence of Champagne to Crémant.

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Champagne wines have 5-6 bars of atmospheric pressure whereas Crémant wines typically have less than 4 bars of atmospheric pressure.

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Name 3 sparkling wine AC’s from the Loire Valley.

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Cremant de Loire AC, Saumur Mousseaux AC, Vouvray AC

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Which is made in greater quantity sparkling Vouvray AC or still Vouvray AC?

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sparkling

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18
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Name a French AC that produces red sparkling wine?

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Saumur Mousseaux AC using Cabernet Franc

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Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay both have high acidity well suited to sparkling wine, how do these sparkling wines differ?

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Chenin blanc does not absorb bready, biscuity autolytic character as as well as Chardonnay or Pinot Noir; when present the autolytic character of Chenin Blanc tends to be smoky and toasty

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20
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Where is most Cava produced?

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Penedes in Calalan

21
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Name 3 other areas outside Penedes where Cava can be produced.

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Navarra, Rioja and Valencia

22
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Name the 3 traditional grapes for Cava.

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Macabeo (Viura), Xarel-lo, Parellada

23
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Describe the autolytic character of Cava.

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smoky and rubbery

24
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What is the role of long-term ageing for Cava?

A

rare

25
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What grape is used for sparkling Asti DOCG?

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Muscat Blanc a Petits Grains

26
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What grape is used for Prosecco?

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Glera

27
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Name the two regions for Prosecco.

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Prosecco DOC, Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG

28
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Describe the vineyards for Conegliano-Valdobbiadene.

A

steep limestone

29
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What does Cartizze and Rive refer to?

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exceptions vineyard sites in Conegliano-Valdobbiadene

30
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Describe the characteristics of sparkling wine from Asti DOCG.

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sparkling, grapey, (the best with pronounced fruity aroma of candied orange,) sweet, low in alcohol (avoids autolytic character)

31
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What pairs well with sparkling Asti?

A

fruit based desserts (like Icewine)

32
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Describe the characteristics of sparkling wine from Prosecco DOC.

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medium acidity with fresh aromas of green apple and melon

33
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What is the grape variety used for sparkling Lambrusco?

A

Lambrusco!

34
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What is the most common method for production of sparkling Lambrusco?

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tank (rare bottle fermented examples)

35
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What pairs well with sparkling Lambrusco?

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Proscuitto and Parmesan

36
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What is the origin of base wine for Sekt?

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France and Italy

37
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What is the most common method for production of sparkling Sekt?

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tank

38
Q

What is the meaning of Deutscher Sekt?

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use only German-grown grapes

39
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What is the meaning of Deutscher Sekt bA?

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all the German-grown grapes come from one of the 13 Anbaugebiete

40
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What is the main challenge of production of sparkling New World wine from warmer areas?

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picking at high acid levels, avoiding high alcohol and herbaceous flavors

41
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What are the 3 main styles of Australian sparkling wine?

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light, fresh, simple with high acid; full-bodied with noticeable autolytic characters; reds

42
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What are the predominant grapes for Australian sparkling wine?

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Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

43
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How should Australian sparkling red wine be served?

A

slightly chilled

44
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Where would grapes for New Zealand sparkling wine not be grown?

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Auckland (too hot)

45
Q

What is the Cap Classique style in South Africa?

A

traditional methode sparkling wine

46
Q

Name two premium wine regions in California for sparkling wine production.

A

Carneros AVA (straddling Napa and Sonoma), Anderson Valley

47
Q

Why is Cava DO unusual?

A

covers a number of non-contiguous areas across Spain

48
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What town is at the center of Cava production?

A

Sant Sadurni D’Anola

49
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What grapes are used for rose Cava?

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Garnacha and Monastrell

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