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3.9 Chenin Blanc, Semillon & Furmint Flashcards

1
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In what climates does Chenin Blanc thrive?

A

Cool
Moderate
Warm

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Is Chenin Blanc naturally high or low in acidity?

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High

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3
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What flavors can Chenin Blanc express (according to ripeness/climate)

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Less ripe:
Green fruit (apple)
Citrus (lemon)

More ripe:
Stone fruit (peach)
Tropical fruit (mango, pineapple)

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4
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Is Chenin blanc suitable for late harvest? Why?

Is Chenin blanc susceptible to botrytis/noble rot?

A

Late harvest: Yes, because of its high acidity

Botrytis: Yes

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5
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Name the styles of wine produced from Chenin Blanc

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Dry/sweet
Oaked/unoaked
Still/sparkling

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6
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Does Chenin Blanc have the capacity to improve with age?

A

Yes

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Name a French AOC famous for Chenin Blanc production.

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Vouvray AOC (Touraine, Loire Valley)

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8
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What styles of Chenin Blanc are produced in Vouvray AOC?

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Dry
Off-dry
Medium-sweet
Sweet
Sparkling

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Are Vouvray AOC wines typically oaked or un-oaked?

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Un-oaked

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What is the only white grape varietal allowed in Vouvray AOC?

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Chenin Blanc

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Describe the flavor differences between a dry Vouvray and a sweet Vouvray.

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Dry Vouvray = fresh apple and pear
Sweet Vouvray = extra-ripe tropical and stone fruit flavors, usually Botrytis-affected, too.

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12
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In Vouvray AOC, what’s the labeling term used to label off-dry or medium sweet styles?

A

Demi-Sec

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13
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What are some of the flavors Chenin Blanc can express as it ages?

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Dried fruit
Honey

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14
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What is South Africa’s most planted white grape?

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Chenin Blanc
It’s prized in this warm climate because of its high acidity

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15
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What’s South Africa’s climate type?

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Warm

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16
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How does Chenin Blanc quality range in South Africa?

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from
1. inexpensive, mass market brands, often labelled Western Cape (often from warmer inland areas and often blended with other varieties- typically dry and medium bodied with peach/pineapple and sometimes vanilla aromas/flavors)

to

2.Quality, examples from old vines (pronounced aromas of tropical fruit, smoke and vanilla)

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17
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Are South African Chenin Blancs usually oaked or unoaked?

A

Oaked

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18
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Why is Sémillon/Semillon spelled two different ways?

A

French/English

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19
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In which climates does Semillon thrive?

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Moderate & warm

20
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Describe the Semillon favor profile and structure

A

Green apple
Lemon/citrus
Grass

Light bodied to full bodied
Medium - High acidity

21
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How can Semillon develop with age?

A

Tertiary aromas/flavors of dried fruit, nuts, biscuit and honey

22
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What is France’s most important region for Sémillon?

A

Bordeaux

23
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What are the styles of Sémillon produced in Bordeaux?

A

Still wines, ranging from dry to fully sweet

24
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What are common blending partners for Semillon in Bordeaux?

A

Sauvignon Blanc
Muscadelle

Semillon provides body and aging potential to these blends

25
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Is Semillon age-worthy?

A

Yes.

26
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What French region is famous for botrytized Semillon blends?

A

Sauternes AOC

27
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Where is Sauternes AOC?

A

It’s a sub-region near the south of Bordeaux, bordering Entre-deux-Mers

28
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Describe Sauterne - the flavor profile, structure and production method

A

lavor:
Pronounced primary flavors of stone fruit (apricot)

Secondary flavors from oak aging: vanilla and smoke

Tertiary flavors of dried fruit, honey and caramel

Structure
Sweet
High acid
Medium to high in alcohol
Full bodied

Botryized
Oak aged

29
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What is the most important white grape grown in Sauternes AOC?

A

Semillon, because of its susceptibility to Botrytis

30
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What new world wine producing country produces single variety Semillon

A

Australia

31
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Where regions in Australia produce Semillon wines?

A

Hunter Valley
Barossa Valley

32
Q

Describe Hunter Valley Semillon

A

Dry
Light bodied
Low alcohol
Neutral flavors in its youth
Honey, nuts and biscuit with age

33
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Describe the production method for Hunter Valley Semillon

A

Early harvest (low sugar, high acid)
inert vessel fermentation
Bottles young

Wines are neutral when young, but develop complexity as they age

34
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Describe the style of Barossa Valley Semillon

A

Styles vary!

Some are similar to Hunter Valley versions

Others are full bodied, matured in oak

35
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Where is Furmint’s homeland?

A

Hungary

36
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Why’s Furmint ideal for sweet wine production?

A

High acidity
Susceptible to botrytis

37
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Which appellation in Hungary is famous for its Furmint production?

A

Tokaj

38
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What are botrytized wines from Tokaj called?

A

Tokaji Aszu

(Azsu means botrytized in Hungarian)

39
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Where is Tokaj located?

A

NE Hungary

40
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What grapes are use in Tokaji Aszu?

A

Primarily Furmint, but often blended with Harslevelu

41
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Is Tokaji Aszu always sweet?

A

Yes

42
Q

What indicates the level of sweetness in Tokaji Aszu?

A

Puttonyos

Either 5 or 6

(3 & 4 were recently phased out)

43
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A
43
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Describe the flavor profile and structure of Tokaj Aszú.

A
  • Amber in color
  • Full bodied
  • Sweet
  • High acid
  • Fresh + dried fruits (apricot)
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla (oak)
  • Smoke (oak)
  • Caramel
  • Nuts
  • Long finish
43
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Is Tokaji Aszu age-worthy?

A

Yes!

43
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Is non Aszu wine made from Furmint in Tokaj?

A

Yes

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