3.1 REV Q (Grape Varieties and Wines: White) Flashcards
Which three regions are known for producing Chardonnay?
Burgundy (France),
Australia and
California (US)
Is Pinot Grigio light-, medium-, or full-bodied?
Light-bodied
What aromas does chardonnay have in cool climates?
Green fruit (apple) and citrus (lemon)
Is sauvignon blanc light-, medium- or full-bodied?
Medium-bodied
What aromas does sauvignon blanc have?
Green fruit (apple), citrus (lemon), and herbaceous (asparagus)
Which region is know for producing pinot grigio?
Italy
Is chardonnay light-, medium- or full-bodied in warm climates?
Medium- to full-bodied
What aromas does riesling have?
Floral, green fruits (apple), citrus (lemon), and stone fruits (apricot)
Which white grape variety is often used to produce wines with a range of sweetness from to sweet?
Riesling
Is Chardonnay light-, medium- or full bodied in cool climates?
Light- to medium-bodied
What aromas does chardonnay have in warm climates?
Stone fruit (peach) and tropical fruit (pineapple, banana)
Which three regions are known for producing riesling?
Germany,
Alsace (France) and
Australia
What aromas does pinot grigio have?
Pear and lemon
Which two regions are known for producing sauvignon blanc?
New Zealand and
Sancerre (France)
Does Chardonnay have low, medium or high acidity in warm climates?
Medium acidity
What are the principal white grape varieties?
- Sauvignon blanc
- Chardonnay
- Riesling
- Pinot Grigio
Is riesling light-, medium- or full-bodied?
Light- to medium-bodied
Do sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio and riesling have low, medium or high acidity?
HIgh acidity
