Checkout Quizes Flashcards
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Which of the following is true:
A. All wines contain at least trace amounts of sulfites.
B. All wine distributed in the United States must contain a warning label that reads “Contains Sulfites.”
C. Only wine that is produced using some form of sulfur will contain sulfites.
A. All wines contain at least trace amounts of sulfites.
Describe the typical characteristics of a wine with “cork taint.”
a musty, moldy odor, a lack of aroma, a muted flavor, or smelling of a “stagnant basement.”
What are the two main fermentable sugars found in ripe grapes?
Glucose and Fructose
Which of the following taste/flavor components is most likely to be the result of tannins?
A textural “drying” sensation
Which of the following wines will be more acidic?
A. A wine with a pH of 3.6
B. A wine with a pH of 2.9 (
B. A wine with a pH of 2.9
Which of the following wine faults are the result of sulflur? A. Vinegary smell B. Smell of burnt matches C. Smell of wet cardboard D. Mercaptan E. Smell of rotten eggs F. TCA (cork taint)
B. Smell of burnt matches
D. Mercaptan
E. Smell of rotten eggs
What is an ester?
An ester is a molecule that results from the joining of an acid and an alcohol. They form a large group of highly ordiferous compounds often found in wine.
Which of the following wines is most likely to be high in aldehydes?
A. Sherry
B. Champagne
C. Ice wine
D. Sauternes
A. Sherry
Which of the following is the best definition of Chinon?
A. A red wine based on the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety, produced in the Eastern Loire.
B. A red wine based on the Cabernet Franc grape variety, produced in the Anjou region.
C. A red wine based on the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety, produced in Touraine.
D. A red wine based on Pinot Noir, produced in the Eastern Loire.
E. A red wine based on the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety, produced in the Anjou region.
F. A red wine based on Pinot Noir, produced in Touraine.
G. A red wine based on the Cabernet Franc grape variety, produced in Touraine.
G. A red wine based on the Cabernet Franc grape variety, produced in Touraine.
Which of the following phenolics is responsible for the red hue of some wines? A. Vanillin B. Anthocyanins C. Flavonols D. Ascorbic Acid
B. Anthocyanins
What are the two main types of acid found in wine grapes? A. Acetic Acid B. Malic Acid C. Lactic Acid D. Succinic Acid E. Tartaric Acid F. Citric Acid
B. Malic Acid
E. Tartaric Acid
Match the following wine faults with their most likely culprit.
Choice A Ethyl Acetate B Brett C The odor of rancid butter D Leesy
Responses
- An ester formed by the combination of ethanol and acetic acid
- A member of the yeast family
- Butryic acid
- Excessive contact with dead yeast cells
Ethyl Acetate - An Ester formed by the combination of ethanol and acetic acid
Brett - A member of the yeast family
The odor of rancid butter - Butryic Acid
Leesy - Excessive contact with dead yeast cells
Of the following, which are most likely to be found in wine as a result of oak contact? A. Tannin and vanillin B. Acetic acid and residual sugar C. Calcium and citrus flavors D. Methanol and sulfites
A. Tannin and vanillin
In one or two sentences, describe the typical taste, flavor, and aroma profile of Chinon:
Chinon’s typically have medium tannin and moderate acidity. Flavors and aromas of red fruit; strawberry, cranberry, spices/vegetal notes; green pepper, black pepper, and tobacco.
The taste of umami is associated with the components of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. Protein B. Carbohydrates C. Minerals D. Simple sugars
A. Protein
Which of the following is the most appropriate service temperature for Beaujolais (or other medium-bodied, dry red wine)?
A. 43 to 47 degrees (F)/6 to 8 degrees (C)
B. 64 to 68 degrees (F)/18 to 20 degrees (C)
C. 50 to 55 degrees (F)/10 to 13 degrees (C)
C. 50 to 55 degrees (F)/10 to 13 degrees (C)
Which of the following wines would be most likely to show a significant rim variation?
A. 10-year-old Left Bank Bordeaux
B. 2-year-old New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
C. 3-year-old Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
D. 2-year-old White Burgundy
A. 10-year-old Left Bank Bordeaux
True or false: In general, a person’s detection threshold is determined by genetics, but a person’s recognition threshold may be lowered with practice.
A. True
B. False
A. True
Ruby Port is a "classic" pairing with which of the following foods? A. Coq au vin B. Stilton Cheese C. Caprese Salad D. Oysters Rockefeller
B. Stilton Cheese
In the context of red wine, the color "garnet" implies a bit of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ in addition to reddish hues. A. Tawny or brown B. Purple C. Blue D. Black or grey
A. Tawny or brown
Aromas in wine are easier to detect (and recognize) in a wine if the wine is ____________.
A. warmed up a bit
B. as cold as possible
A. Warmed up a bit
Which of the following is considered a "classic" pairing with fresh Oysters? A. Chablis B. Morgon C. Fleurie D. Brachetto
A. Chablis
What is the typical recognition threshold for sugar in a liquid? A. 0.25% B. 0.5% C. 1.0% D. 2.5%
C. 1%
Match the following terms and definitions:
Choice
A Stimulus
B Sensation
C Perception
Choices:
1.Any chemical, physical, or thermal activator
2.A neurological response to the environment
3.The brain’s interpretation of the information
A: Any chemical, physical, or thermal activator
B: A neurological response to the environment
C: The brain’s interpretation of the information