Question 1

A wine having the following profile: Citrus Fruit (lemon, grapefruit), Garden (herbs, grass, tomato vine) is most likely made from which grape?&#10;A) Cool-climate chardonnay&#10;B) Riesling&#10;C) Pinot Grigio&#10;D) Sauvignon Blanc

Accepted Answer

The profile of citrus fruit along with garden notes such as herbs, grass, and tomato vine is characteristic of Sauvignon Blanc. This grape variety is known for its vibrant acidity and fresh, green flavors.

Question 2

Another name for Pinot Gris is:&#10;A) Pinot Blanc&#10;B) Pinot Noir&#10;C) Pinot Grigio&#10;D) Pinot Bianco

Accepted Answer

Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio refer to the same grape variety and wine type, with the name difference primarily due to the language and region (Pinot Gris in French and Pinot Grigio in Italian).

Question 3

Malolactic fermentation is the process of converting:&#10;A) malic acid into lactic acid&#10;B) lactic acid into malic acid&#10;C) to secondary fermentation&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Malolactic fermentation is a process in winemaking where malic acid, which is naturally present in grape must, is converted into lactic acid by bacteria. This conversion can soften the taste of the wine, making it smoother and more palatable.

Question 4

The Viognier grape is most associated with which growing region?&#10;A) Burgundy&#10;B) Rh&#244;ne Valley&#10;C) Bordeaux&#10;D) Alsace

Accepted Answer

The Viognier grape is most closely associated with the Rhône Valley in France, where it is used to produce aromatic white wines.

Question 5

The Riesling grape has the adaptability to produce wines that are&#10;A) Dry&#10;B) Sweet&#10;C) a range of body depending on level of dryness/sweetness&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Riesling grapes are highly versatile and can be used to produce a wide variety of wine styles, including dry, sweet, and everything in between, depending on how they are processed and fermented.

Question 6

Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: citrus and tree fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine) and vegetal (asparagus and green pepper with some white pepper).

Accepted Answer

Chardonnay is typically associated with citrus and tree fruit aromas such as lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine, but not usually with vegetal notes like asparagus and green pepper; those are more characteristic of Sauvignon Blanc.

Question 7

Riesling will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tree fruits (peach and apricot), tropical fruits (pineapple and golden raisin), citrus fruits (lemon and lime), bakeshop (honey), and minerals (petroleum, flint, metal, and wet stone).

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Riesling wines are known for their complex aroma profiles, which can include a wide range of scents from tree fruits like peach and apricot, tropical fruits such as pineapple and golden raisin, to citrus fruits like lemon and lime. They also can have bakeshop aromas like honey and distinct mineral notes including petroleum, flint, metal, and wet stone, especially as they age.

Question 8

In warmer climates, Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tropical fruits (pineapple, fig, banana, and mango). Secondary flavors derived from winemaking techniques are commonly associated with bakeshop (vanilla, butter, honey, toast, butterscotch, cinnamon, and clove).

Accepted Answer

In warmer climates, Chardonnay grapes tend to ripen more fully and develop higher sugar levels, which can lead to the production of wines with a more tropical fruit aroma profile. The secondary flavors like vanilla, butter, and toast are typically derived from winemaking techniques such as oak aging and malolactic fermentation, rather than the climate.

Question 9

Discern between the crisp and youthful white wine style versus the silky and smooth white wine style.

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Question 10

Identify and explain the three common vinification techniques done to most Chardonnay from around the world.

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Question 11

When training servers and other front of the house (FOH) service staff about wine, why would the wine styling approach be critical to implement?

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Deck 5: The Wine Styling Approach: White Wines