BQA Flashcards
Difference between sparkling wine and champagne
Sparkling wine is any wine that is carbonated. Champagne is sparkling wine that is made within the Champagne AOC utilising Methode Champenoise, this is referred to as the Traditional methode everywhere else.
Which Sparkling wines do we offer by the glass
Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Prosecco - Barossa, SA
Alpha Domus Blanc de Blancs - Hawkes Bay, NZ
Champagne Bollinger ‘Special Cuvee’ - Champagne
Champagne Jerome Prevost Blanc de Noirs ‘La Closerie, Les Beguines, LC15
Describe the difference between the sparkling wines by the glass as you would to a guest
We feature three wines made from the traditional or champagne method and one from the Prosecco or Charmat method. The Torzi Matthews from Barossa is made according to the Charfmat method meaning it was carbonated naturally, by yeastg in a tank and aged for only a few months. This is a fruit forward less carbonated style that is perfect as an aperitif or with light cold dishes. The Alpha Domus is the first of the Traditional or champagne method wines however this is from Hawkes Bay In New Zealand, It is entirely made from Chardonnay and is completely dry so this is a ste up from the Torzi Matthews prosecco as it is fermented in bottle and our carbonation comes from that fermentation. It has citrus and orchard fruit notes however we see some brioche and biscuit notes from the 2 years of aging in bottle. The next two are both made in Champagne however they are in stark contrast to each other. Bollinger has made their name championing Pinot Noir dominant wines aged in oak and from very high quality vineyards. Aged for significantly longer than Alpha domus this is a complex sparkling with notes of buttered biuscuit, almond meal, dried fruit, honey toast and beautifully ripe citrus and stone fruit. Lastly one we are very excited to feature, Jerome Prevosts wines are rare and he is very special as he does not buy fruit only using his own froma tiny vineyard that grows excusively Meunier. The wines are aged in oak and then bottle fermented and aged for 5 years or more. This is a very special champoagne that is often on peoples bucket list of wines to try. Incredibly complex and could pair with a wide array of dishes.
Which white wine would you recommend to a guest looking for a light crisp white winne by the glass
2024 Swinney Riesling, Great Southern, WA
Which white wine would you recommend to a guest looking for a Medium white wine by the glass
2023 Neudorf tiritiri Chardonnay, Nelson NZ
Which white wine would you recommend to a guest looking for a Full white wine by the glass
Technically speaking there is nothing according to dropbox but the fullest white wine is the Vinelea Petit Blanc Marsanne Roussane Blend from 2017 Beechworth, VIC
Which white wine would you recommend to match with light fish dishes from the raw bar
2024 Swinney Riesling, Great Southern, WA
Citrus notes, fresh, high acidity to cleanse the palate between each bite, not too complex which provides an excellent backdrop to showcase the high quality produce
How would you explain skin contact to a guest do we have any of these by the glass
Skin Contact Wine is any wine where the juice sees contact with the skins, This is a neccesary step in Rose and Red wine making but is an opptional step with White wine making. Extended skin contact means you get more flavour, mor colour and more tannin. If you would like to try one we have a Semillon Sauvignon Blanc blend from the Adelaide HIlls that is one of the best examples from Australia.
Which Roses do we offer by the glass
2021 Athletes of WIne Alto Alto Sangiovese blend - King Valley, VIC
2023 Thibaud Boudignon Rose de Loire Cabernet Franc, Groulleau Blend - Loire Valley, FR
Are the Rose or Skin Contact wines Dry or sweet
All Dry
Which red wine(s) would you recommend to a guest looking for a light, aromatic
red wine by the glass ?
Provide vintage, producer, grape variety(s) and region
Technically according to dropbox there is no light red wine but the lightest that we would have is the 2023 Celese Dixons Creek Pinot Noir – Yarra Valley, VIC
Which red wine(s) would you recommend to a guest looking for a medium bodied
red wine by the glass?
Provide vintage, producer, grape variety(s) and region
2020 An Approach to relaxation Sucette Grenache - Barossa Valley, SA
Which red wines(s) would you recommend to a guest looking for a full - bodied red wine by the glass?
Provide vintage, producer, grape variety(s) and region.
2021 Pyren Vineyard ‘earthscape’ Shiraz, Pyrenees, Victoria
Which wine would you recommend matching with the lamb and why?
Roasted Lamb with Yuxiang sauce. The dish is fatty, rich, aromatic with a touch of spice therefore we need something with substantial acid, tannin and fruit concentration. A classic pairing would be Nebbiolo/Xinomavro so by the bottle an option would be the Ferdinado Principiano Barolo from 2019. By the glass an option would be the 2023 Gertie Cabernet Franc which features a good acid and tannin structure.
Which dessert wine(s) do
we serve by the glass?
2020 Disznoko Furmint Blend Late Harest - Tokaj, Hungary
2015 Coutet Semillon Blend ‘La Chartreuse de Coutet Sauternes (90ml)
Which Fortified Wines do we serve by the glasss
NV Crittenden Estate Savagnin cri de coeur Macvin #4 (60 Ml)
NV Pennyweight Muscat Beechworth, VIC (60ml
2022 Sven Joschke Syrah VSVP (60ml)
What would you recommend matching with the peanut butter parfait and why?
2015 Coutet Saurternes Chartreuse de Coutet - The peanut butter parfait is quite sweet so you need a wine that is as sweet if not sweeter. The flavours are sweet, chocolately, nutty so something to both complement and contrast. A 10 year olf sauternes in half bottle that has high sweetness, high acidity and has developed some honey, nutty notes alongside its ripe fruit notes will pair well.
What is sake? Describe it as you would to a guest.
Sake, although commonly referred to as Japanese rice wine is actually closer in production to Beer than wine but in taste probaby is closest to wine. Special varieties of rice like we have grape varieties are taken, polished to remove a certain % of outer layers exposing a core is then mixed with Koji a kind of mould that converts the starch into fermentable sugars and water from the region is added so it ferments. It is low acid but very pure and reflective of where it comes from.
Where do you find the sake
selection on the wine list?
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Which sake do we not serve at fridge temperature?
Tamagawa Red Label Junmai Yamahai Muroka Nama Genshu
Which sake can you recommend serving warm? Why do some sake not suit warmer
temperatures?
Tamagawa Red Label Junmai Yamahai Muroka Nama Genshu
Kenbshi Kuromatsu Junmai Honjozo
Kameman Genmaishu
Some Sake for instance Daiginjo styles have low polishing ratios are characterised by higher acidities, citrus floral note and as such not suited to serving warm a comparison could be made to Riesling serving cold vs Cabernet serving at a higher temperature.
What temperature do we serve the sake at when it is warmed
Between 40-50
How long does it take to warm the sake and how do we warm it?
5-10 minutes
What do we serve the sake in and why?
??? 90 ml dessert wine glass & Tokkori
