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WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wines D4: Wines Of The World > Australia > Flashcards

Australia Flashcards

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1
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Where are most vineyards located in Australia?

A

On the coast, to temper intense heat

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What is the name of the barrier protecting many regions from northeastern tropical weather?

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The Great Dividing Range

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What viticultural practice is widely carried out in Australia?

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Irrigation

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What are the main pests in Australian vineyards?

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  • Birds
  • Kangaroos
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5
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What is the most planted a) black variety and b) white variety?

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a) Shiraz
b) Chardonnay

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Name four ‘alternative varieties’ that are now being planted in Australia

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  • Tempranillo
  • Sangiovese
  • Fiano
  • Assyrtiko
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Describe a hot climate, Australian Shiraz

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  • Full-bodied
  • High alcohol
  • High levels of soft tannins
  • Dark fruits with earthy and spicy notes
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Describe a cool climate, Australian Shiraz

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  • Less full-bodied than hot climate Shiraz
  • Medium alcohol
  • Less intensity than hot climate Shiraz
  • Red or black cherry, with pepper notes
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Name the 5 main black varieties in Australia

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  • Shiraz
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Merlot
  • Pinot Noir
  • Grenache
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Name the 7 main White varieties grown in Australia

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  • Chardonnay
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Riesling
  • Muscat
  • Colombard
  • Semillon
  • Pinot Gris
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What are the three levels of Australian Geographic Indications (GIs)?

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  • Zone
  • Region
  • Sub-region
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What are the 6 winemaking zones of Australia?

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  • Western Australia
  • South Australia
  • Tasmania
  • New-South Wales
  • Victoria
  • Queensland
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What is the main region within South-Eastern Australia?

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Murray-Darling

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14
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Describe the climate of South-Eastern Australia

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Hot, Continental

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What is the main 2 regions of South Australia

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  • Barossa
  • Eden valley
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16
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What is the climate of Barossa?

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Warm, Mediterranean

17
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Barossa valleys wide diurnal range gives what viticultural properties to wines?

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  • Greater phenolic development
  • Wider diurnal range
18
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What is the most famous soil type found in Barossa?

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Ironstone

19
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What is the main a) black variety and b) white variety grown in Eden Valley?

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  • Shiraz
  • Riesling
20
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What allows aromatic varieties to be grown in Eden Valley?

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High altitude (600m)

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