Unit 1 Foundation: Day 6

Question 1

Describe stylistic differences between Old and New World wines

Answer 1

Old World:
Earth/mineral notes
Pronounced acidity
Restrained use of wood
New World:
Clean, fruit-driven
Pronounced alcohol levels
Generous use of new oak

Question 2

Identify the region of France that labels its best wine by variety

Answer 2

Alsace

Question 3

Identify the country famous for Grüner Veltliner

Answer 3

Austria

Question 4

Identify the grape varieties of Chianti

Answer 4

Chianti is primarily made from the Sangiovese grape (a red grape) with Malvasia and Trebbiano (both white grapes) blended in

Question 5

What is the origin country of Chianti?

Answer 5

Italy

Question 6

Identify the grape varieties of Rioja

Answer 6

Rioja wines are most commonly made from the Tempranillo grape, but other grapes are also used, including Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo. White Rioja wines are primarily made from Viura (Macabeo) grapes.

Question 7

What is the country of origin of Rioja?

Answer 7

Spain

Question 8

Describe the production technique for Port wine

Answer 8

Port wine production involves fortifying a grape must with neutral grape spirit to stop fermentation, retaining residual sugar and raising the alcohol content. The resulting wine is then aged in oak barrels or stainless steel tanks before bottling. Different styles of Port, like Ruby, Tawny, and Vintage, are achieved through varying aging methods and durations.