Germany Flashcards
Provide a notable producer from Nahe
Hermann Dönnhoff
Price Range: $25 - $200+
Wines range from more accessible dry Rieslings to highly sought-after single vineyard and late harvest styles.
Provide a notable producer from Franken
Hans Wirsching
Price Range: $20 - $50
Primarily known for Silvaner, which tends to be more affordable, though single vineyard selections can command higher prices.
Provide a notable producers from Rheingau
Rheingau: Franz Künstler
Price Range: $20 - $80
Offers a range of Rieslings from basic quality to more premium, single vineyard expressions.
Rheingau: Robert Weil
Price Range: $30 - $200+
Known for premium Rieslings, especially from renowned vineyards like Kiedrich Gräfenberg.
Rheingau: Josef Leitz
Price Range: $15 - $100
From everyday drinking Rieslings to more exclusive, single vineyard bottlings.
Provide a notable producer from Rheinhessen
Rheinhessen: Gunderloch
Price Range: $20 - $100
The range includes everything from entry-level to high-end Rieslings, with dessert wines fetching higher prices.
Provide a notable producers from Mosel
Mosel: Fritz Haag
Price Range: $20 - $80
Known for both their kabinett and spätlese level wines which are moderately priced.
Mosel: Dr. Loosen
Price Range: $15 - $100+
Offers a broad selection from affordable everyday wines to prestigious single vineyard Rieslings.
Mosel: Egon Müller
Price Range: $100 - $1000+
Among the highest-priced Rieslings in the world, especially for their rare and highly coveted Scharzhofberger trockenbeerenauslese.
Mosel: Joh. Jos. Prüm
Price Range: $30 - $300+
Known for their age-worthy Rieslings, with prices rising for older vintages and special bottlings.
Mosel: Selbach-Oster
Price Range: $20 - $100
Produces a wide range of Rieslings, with higher prices for their auslese and other late harvest wines.
What is the primary climatic influence on vineyards located along the Rhine River and its tributaries?
A) Increased rainfall
B) Protection from pests
C) Increased warmth from reflected sunlight
D) Decreased soil fertility
C) Increased warmth from reflected sunlight
Which mountain range provides protection for some German vineyards from cold north winds?
A) The Alps
B) The Harz
C) The Vosges
D) The Eifel
C) The Vosges (Note: While the Vosges Mountains are more directly protective of Alsace in France, they also indirectly benefit nearby German vineyards. For a purely German mountain range, the Harz or other local ranges could be a better answer if specified in the course materials.)
What is the most commonly planted white grape variety in Germany?
A) Silvaner
B) Riesling
C) Müller-Thurgau
D) Grauburgunder
B) Riesling
What is the role of steep, south-facing hillsides in German vineyards?
A) They provide the best angle for solar panel installations.
B) They maximize sun exposure and warmth, aiding in grape ripening.
C) They are primarily used for grazing livestock.
D) They reduce the risk of frost damage.
B) They maximize sun exposure and warmth, aiding in grape ripening.
Which winemaking process involves adding sugar to unfermented grape must to increase alcohol content after fermentation?
A) Malolactic fermentation
B) Carbonic maceration
C) Chaptalization
D) Fortification
C) Chaptalization
What is ‘Deutscher Sekt’?
A) A type of German red wine
B) Sparkling wine made from grapes grown in Germany
C) A German wine classification
D) A fortified wine style unique to Germany
B) Sparkling wine made from grapes grown in Germany
What is the primary reason for leaving residual sugar in many German wines?
A) To increase the alcohol content
B) To enhance the wine’s color
C) To counterbalance the wine’s natural acidity
D) To comply with German wine law
C) To counterbalance the wine’s natural acidity
What type of fermentation vessels are commonly used in German winemaking?
A) Large concrete vats
B) Large wooden fuder or stainless-steel tanks
C) Amphorae
D) Barrels made from German oak
: B) Large wooden fuder or stainless-steel tanks
What geographical feature is particularly noted in the Mosel wine region?
A) Clay soils
B) Chalk cliffs
C) Slate soils
D) Volcanic rock
C) Slate soils
What level of wine classification denotes wines with specific sugar levels in the grapes at harvest in Germany?
A) Qualitätswein
B) Prädikatswein
C) Wein
D) Landwein
B) Prädikatswein
Tell me about this wine.
Winery: Hans Wirsching
Location: Hans Wirsching is based in Iphofen- Iphofen is a town situated in the foothills of the Schwanberg mountain in Franken of Germany.
Classification: GG (Grosses Gewächs) indicates that this wine is from a designated “grand cru” vineyard, Grosses Gewächs wines are typically dry, made under strict regulations including lower yields and higher minimum must weights.
Grape Variety: Silvaner
Taste Profile: Silvaner wines, especially from a high-quality sites are known for their structured elegance, with a nuanced bouquet often reflecting green apple, pear, and citrus, alongside earthy and herbal notes.
2011 Vintage: This year would have provided the wine with ample aging potential, allowing the wine’s flavors to evolve
Bocksbeutel: The distinctive bottle shape is called a Bocksbeutel, traditionally used in Franconia.
Food Pairing: Silvaner pairs excellently with dishes that complement its subtle flavors and acidity. Ideal pairings might include white asparagus, freshwater fish,
