Unit 1 Foundation: Day 7

Question 1

Name the parentage of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 1

Sauvignon Blanc x Cabernet Franc

Question 2

Discuss the common markers for Chardonnay

Answer 2

Unoaked or ‘Chablis-style’ Chardonnays offer fragrant notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, with some chalky or mineral-like aromas. Oaked Chardonnays, particularly those in the Burgundian style, often present rich aromas of peach, mango, and lemon, accompanied by notes of vanilla and butter.

Question 3

State the typical structure of Côte d’Or Pinot Noir

Answer 3

delicate, medium-bodied structure with silky tannins and high acidity.

Question 4

Synonym for Chardonnay

Answer 4

Morillon (Austria)

Question 5

Synonmyn for Chenin Blanc

Answer 5

Steen (South Africa)

Question 6

Synonym for Riesling

Answer 6

Johannisberger (Germany & Switzerland)

Question 7

Synonym for Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 7

Fume Blanc (California)

Question 8

Synonym for Pinot Noir (Germany)

Answer 8

Spatburgunder

Question 9

Synonym for Pinot Noir (Italy/Austria)

Answer 9

Blanbungerder

Question 10

Synonym for Sangiovese (Montalcino)

Answer 10

Brunello

Question 11

Synonym for Sangiovese (Montepulciano)

Answer 11

Prugnolo Gentile

Question 12

Synonym for Sangiovese (Maremma)

Answer 12

Morellino

Question 13

Synonym for Sangiovese (Corsica)

Answer 13

Nielluccio

Question 14

State major growing regions for Syrah/Shiraz

Answer 14

1. France
2. Australia
3. United States
4. South Africa

Question 15

Where in France is well-known for growing Syrah?

Answer 15

Northern Rhône

Question 16

Where in Austrailia is well-known for growing Shiraz?

Answer 16

1. Barossa Valley
2. McLaren Vale
3. Lime Stone Coast

Question 17

Where in the Northern Rhone is Syrah grown?

Answer 17

1. Cotes-Rotie
2. Hermitage
3. St. Joseph
4. Cornas

Question 18

What U.S. states are well-known for growing Syrah?

Answer 18

1. California
2. Washington State
3. Oregon

Question 19

Where in California is known for growing Syrah?

Answer 19

1. Paso Robles
2. Santa Barbera
3. Napa
4. Sonoma

Question 20

Where in Oregon state is known for growing Syrah?

Answer 20

1. Columbia Valley

Question 21

Where in Washington state is known for growing Syrah?

Answer 21

1. Yakima Valley
2. Walla Walla Valley
3. Red Mountain
4. Horse Heaven Hills

Question 22

Where in South Africa is known for growing Syrah?

Answer 22

1. Stellenbosch
2. Paarl
3. Franschheok

Question 23

Discuss grape varieties commonly confused for Pinot Noir

Answer 23

1. Gamay
2. Nerello Mascalese
3. Mencia
4. Sangiovese

Question 24

Explain how one may differentiate between Pinot Noir and Sangiovese based on visual cues

Answer 24

Pinot Noir wines tend to be lighter in color, exhibiting a pale ruby red hue, while Sangiovese wines are typically darker, with a deeper ruby red to almost purplish tone.