Practice Exam

Question 1

In which season do flower clusters form?
  Winter 
  Autumn 
  Summer 
  Spring

Answer 1

Spring

Question 2

What does the pulp of a grape contain?

Answer 2

Water and sugar

Question 3

Which latitudes north and south of the equator mark the zone where most vineyards are found?

Answer 3

30° and 50°

Question 4

What are the ideal conditions for botrytis/noble rot to grow?

Answer 4

Damp, misty mornings and warm, dry afternoons

Question 5

What is a French labelling term used to indicate a wine with a protected designation of origin (PDO)?

Vin de pays
Appellation d’origine contrôlée
Qualitätswein
Indication géographique protégée

Answer 5

Appellation d’origine contrôlée

Question 6

Which of the following techniques are used to produce sweet wines?

1. Juice is extracted from grapes with high levels of concentrated sugar
2. Yeast is removed after fermentation has completed
3. A dry wine is blended with a sweet wine

1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3

Answer 6

1. Juice is extracted from grapes with high levels of concentrated sugar
2. A dry wine is blended with a sweet wine

Question 7

What is the correct sequence of events for most red winemaking?

Answer 7

Crushing, alcoholic fermentation, pressing

Question 8

Outstanding-quality red wines age well for several years because they have which characteristics?

Answer 8

High tannins, concentrated fruit and high acidity

Question 9

Which of the following can be used to add complexity to dry white wines?

1. Blending
2. Malolactic conversion
3. Lees-stirring
4. Barrel fermentation

Answer 9

1. Blending
2. Malolactic conversion
3. Lees-stirring
4. Barrel fermentation

Question 10

Which AOC is a full-bodied wine with high tannins, high acidity and black-fruit, cedar and tobacco characteristics?

Meursault
Beaujolais
Beaune
Margaux

Answer 10

Margaux

Question 11

Which region has a reputation for outstanding-quality Chardonnay?

Answer 11

Burgundy

Question 12

Which statement is true for Pinot Noir?

• It is only used to make inexpensive, low-quality wines
• It typically has a deep colour and high levels of tannin
• It is at its best when grown in cool or moderate climates
• Typical flavours include tropical fruit and citrus

Answer 12

It is at its best when grown in cool or moderate climates

Question 13

Which region is renowned for Syrah-based wines?

Hermitage
Bordeaux
Rioja
Chianti

Answer 13

Hermitage

Question 14

Which grape variety is used to make Sancerre?

Chardonnay
Chenin Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc
Riesling

Answer 14

Sauvignon Blanc

Question 15

What aromas and flavours can young examples of Sauvignon Blanc have?

Answer 15

Grass, blossom and passion fruit

Question 16

In Bordeaux, what grape variety are very good and outstanding dry white wines are usually made from?

Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc
Chardonnay and Sémillon
Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay
Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon

Answer 16

Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon

Question 17

Which grape variety is used to make Meursault?

Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay
Syrah
Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 17

Chardonnay

Question 18

Which of the following grape varieties are commonly grown in Alsace?

1. Pinot Gris
2. Chardonnay
3. Riesling
4. Sémillon

Answer 18

1 and 3 only :

• Pinot Gris
• Riesling

Question 19

What would a wine labelled as Pinot Grigio delle Venezie DOC is typically be described as?

Sweet, light-bodied and simple
Dry, light-bodied and simple
Medium, full-bodied and complex
Sweet, full-bodied and complex

Answer 19

Dry, light-bodied and simple

Question 20

Grand Cru Classé is a labelling term most associated with which wine region?

Barolo
Rhône
Bordeaux
Loire

Answer 20

Bordeaux

Question 21

Sweet with high acidity, low alcohol and dried-apricot and honey characteristics best describes which wine?

Pouilly-Fuissé
Pouilly-Fumé
Sauternes
Trockenbeerenauslese

Answer 21

Trockenbeerenauslese

Question 22

Australia has a reputation for very good and outstanding-quality Riesling wines produced in which region?

Answer 22

Clare Valley

Question 23

Merlot is often blended with which other grape variety?

Answer 23

Cabernet Sauvignon

Question 24

A Barossa Valley Shiraz wine typically has what characteristics?

Light-bodied with strawberry, leather and wetleaf characteristics
Light-bodied with black-cherry, butter and leather characteristics
Full-bodied with pineapple, butter and honey characteristics
Full-bodied with black-cherry, vanilla and coffee characteristics

Answer 24

Full-bodied with black-cherry, vanilla and coffee characteristics

Question 25

Which of the following grape varieties are grown successfully in cool and moderate climates? 1. Merlot 2. Pinot Noir 3. Riesling 4. Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 25

2, 3 and 4 only 2. Pinot Noir 3. Riesling 4. Sauvignon Blanc

Question 26

Which wine regions are both well known for outstanding-quality wines from the Cabernet Sauvignon grape? Barolo and Carneros Stellenbosch and Margaret River Burgundy and Coonawarra Rhône Valley and Napa Valley

Answer 26

Stellenbosch and Margaret River

Question 27

In the Northern Rhône, where are the best vineyards are planted? On north-facing hillsides On steep slopes Close to the coast On flat valley floor

Answer 27

On steep slopes

Question 28

Which grape variety is an Italian black grape variety? Chardonnay Corvina Verdicchio Cortese

Answer 28

Corvina

Question 29

Which is a full-bodied red wine with high tannin and high acidity? Rías Baixas Soave Gavi Barbaresco

Answer 29

Barbaresco

Question 30

Which is a sub-region of Napa Valley? Calistoga Stellenbosch Sonoma Coonawara

Answer 30

Calistoga

Question 31

Which grape variety is widely grown in South Africa? Glera Gewurztraminer Chenin Blanc Semillon

Answer 31

Chenin Blanc

Question 32

Malbec is the most important grape in which country?

Answer 32

Argentina

Question 33

Which grape variety is most important in Rioja?

Answer 33

Tempranillo

Question 34

What term is used on an Italian wine label to indicate that the grapes were grown in the historic centre of the region?

Answer 34

Classico

Question 35

Which statement best describes wines from Fiano di Avellino DOCG? Full-bodied with high acidity and blossom and apple characteristics Light-bodied with high acidity and peach and melon characteristics Medium-bodied with medium acidity and peach and melon characteristics Light-bodied with medium acidity and blossom and apple characteristics

Answer 35

Medium-bodied with medium acidity and peach and melon characteristics

Question 36

Which grape variety is used to make Beaujolais?

Answer 36

Gamay

Question 37

A Crianza wine from Rioja has what flavour characteristics? some oak flavours longer oak-ageing requirements than a Reserva wine no oak-ageing requirements only primary fruit flavours

Answer 37

some oak flavours

Question 38

What is a GI?

Answer 38

Answer: A legally defined vineyard area within a country. p17

Question 39

Which winemaking process will not add any flavours to red wine?

Answer 39

Answer: The grapes used to make the wine were fermented in a concrete vessel.

Question 40

What does the labelling term 'Auslese' indicate?

Answer 40

Answer: A dry or sweet wine made from carefully selected extra-ripe bunches. p33

Question 41

What are the characteristics of a typical cool-climate Chardonnay?

Answer 41

Answer: High acidity and flavours of green fruits (apple, pears), citrus fruits (lemon, lime) and wet stones.p38

Question 42

What appellation is permitted to use the labelling term Vendanges Tardives?

Answer 42

Answer: Alsace AOC p45

Question 43

Which grape variety is grown in Veneto, Italy, and is the most important grape variety in the wines of Soave DOC and Soave Classico DOC?

Answer 43

Answer: Garganega p64

Question 44

What does the labelling term Puttonyosindicate?

Answer 44

Answer: The level of sweetness in Tokaji Aszú wines p36

Question 45

The first step to producing nearly all sparkling wines is to make a base wine, which typically has medium sweetness and low acidity.

Answer 45

Answer: Base wine is typically dry, high in acidity and low in alcohol. P 70

Question 46

The tank method can be used if the winemaker does not want to add flavours associated with autolysis to their wine.

Answer 46

Answer: True p 73

Question 47

What is fortification?

Answer 47

Answer: The addition of alcohol to a wine. P.74

Question 48

Which characteristic is notassociated with Fino Sherry?

Answer 48

Answer: Flavours from oxidative ageing (walnuts and caramel) p 74.

Question 49

Which regions is known for powerful, full-bodied wines made from Garnacha?

Answer 49

Priorat

Question 50

What is the solera system a method of?

Answer 50

Blending and ageing Sherry

Question 51

Which statement best describes Prosecco?

Answer 51

Light-bodied with melon and apple characteristics

Question 52

What is best described as having 'sweet with flavours of almond and apple’? Oloroso Sherry Ruby Port Pale Cream Sherry Vintage Port

Answer 52

Pale Cream Sherry

Question 53

What is a common labelling term for Port?

Answer 53

LBV

Question 54

When opening a bottle of sparkling wine, what can be done to make the process easier and safer? 1. Chill the wine 2. Hold the cork securely from the moment the wire cage is loosened 3. Turn the bottle gently while holding the cork

Answer 54

1, 2 and 3

Question 55

Which wines should be well chilled before serving? Shiraz and Oaked Chardonnay Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú Prosecco and Cabernet Sauvignon Champagne and Beaujolais

Answer 55

Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú

Question 56

Which statement best describes ideal storage conditions for wine sealed with a cork?

Answer 56

The temperature should be cool and constant.

Question 57

Which grape variety is most important in Rioja?

Answer 57

Tempranillo

Question 58

In Champagne production, what is the disgorgement process?

Answer 58

Removing the lees from the bottle

Question 59

Sparkling Asti is made from which grape variety?

Answer 59

Moscato (Muscat)

Question 60

Which regions is known for powerful, full-bodied wines made from Garnacha?

Answer 60

Priorat

Question 61

What are the flavours associated with autolysis?

Answer 61

Biscuit and bread

Question 62

What is the solera system a method of?

Answer 62

Blending and ageing Sherry

Question 63

Which statement best describes Prosecco?

Answer 63

Light-bodied with melon and apple characteristics

Question 64

What is best described as having 'sweet with flavours of almond and apple’?

Answer 64

Pale Cream Sherry

Question 65

Which wines should be well chilled before serving?

Answer 65

Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú

Question 66

Which statement best describes ideal storage conditions for wine sealed with a cork?

Answer 66

The temperature should be cool and constant.

Question 67

194) Which pair of wines are made using the appassimento method?

Answer 67

b) Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG & Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Question 68

Fortification during fermentation to stop fermentation; this produces a

Answer 68

Sweet fortified wine

Question 69

Fortiification of a dry wine after fermentation is complete produces a:

Answer 69

Dry fortified wine

Question 70

Chardonnay made from grapes grown in a cool climate:

Answer 70

High acidity Light to medium body Flavours (Apple, pear, lemon, lime, and wet stones)

Question 71

Chardonnay with medium acidity, full body, flavours of peach, pineapple and banana is from what climate:

Answer 71

Warm Climate

Question 72

As the grape growing region gets warmer, the resulting wines become lower in acidity, fuller in body and develop riper stone fruit and tropical fruit flavours.

Question 73

What is another term used for "bottle fermentation"? | Give 2 examples of wines that are bottle fermented.

Answer 73

Traditional Method (or Méthode traditionelle) 1. Cava 2. Champage

Question 74

What is the main flavor objective for bottle fermented, or Traditional Method, sparkling wines?

Answer 74

Autolytic flavors (bread, toast, and biscuit) Traditional method sparkling wines take on these bread-like flavors from their aging on the lees.

Question 75

The winemaking process that can add dairy flavours of butter and cream to Chardonnay is called __________ __________.

Answer 75

Malolactic conversion

Question 76

Which appellation is Chablis AOC?

Answer 76

Chablis AOC is a village appellation.

Question 77

If the winemaker does not wish to add autolytic flavours to their wine the ___ method can be used.

Answer 77

Tank method - dry wines | This may be the case if the base wine is made from aromatic grape varieties

Question 78

The Asti method is used to make:

Answer 78

Sweet Low alcohol sparkling wines Asti DOCG in Piemonte in NW Italy

Question 79

What grape variety used to produce the base wine for Prosecco:

Answer 79

Glera - White grape variety Light to medium bodied light apple, melon

Question 80

What Italian region does Asti DOCG come from?

Answer 80

Piemonte in North West Italy

Question 81

What grape goes into Asti DOCG?

Answer 81

Moscato (Muscat)

Question 82

What method is typically used for Prosecco DOC?

Answer 82

Tank Method

Question 83

Barbaresco:

Answer 83

is a full-bodied red wine with high tannin and high acidity

Question 84

Which wines should be well chilled before serving?

Answer 84

Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú