BTG test Flashcards
Describe the difference between Bollinger and Drappier as you would to a guest.
Which Sparkling wine is made by the Charmat Method (tank method)? Describe the wine as you would to a guest.
Ceretto muscato , it is a sweet and delicate dessert wine with flavors of honey, jasmine, and peach.
True or False: Both the Taittinger and the Canard Duchene are Rose Champagnes.
True
Name our Still Rose’s and where they are from.
- Antinori Tormaresca Califuria - Italy
- Chateau D’estoublon Roseblood - France
Which of our white BTG’s is located on the slopes of an extinct volcano?
Winkler-Hermaden Pinot blanc
Describe the difference between the Winkler-Hermaden and the Fritz Haag as you would to a guest. Focus on the structure.
The Fritz Haag is the lighter of the two, the Winkler is a more full bodied with a subtle nuttiness.
7 Which wine name translates to “House of Witches”. Why is it called that?
Torres Pazo das Bruxas, it is a reference to local folklore referencing witches performing spells to imbue the grapes with magic.
8 How would you descibe the structure of the Hubert Brochard to a guest?
(Sancerre, Loire, France)
Crisp minerality, with a medium body, zesty acidity and notes of green fruit and citrus.
Which wineries are our 2 domestic Chardonnays from?
Aviary, Flowers
Which of our 2 White burgundy’s comes from Chablis? What is the fun fact about it?
Domaine Vocoret “ Montee de Tonnerre”
The vineyard sits on Kimmeridgian lime stone soil, the same as the grand cru vineyards.
11 Describe the difference between the Illahe and the Merry Edwards as you would to a guest.
12 Where in Burgundy are our 2 Red Burgundy’s from? Name the winery and the location.
Armand Heitz- Côte de Beaune
Domaine Tollot-Beaut- Côte de Beaune
13 True or false: the Domaine de Beaurenard is a Chateauneuf-du-Pape?
True
14 Name our 3 Italian Red BTG’s. Winery name and Varietal/Style
- Volpaia: Chianti Classico
- Paulo Scavino: Nebbiolo
- Buglioni, Amarone Della Valpolicella: Corvina +++ (recioto)
15 Which Italian wines origin story includes having “slipped thru the cracks”? Describe this wine as you would to a guest.
Buglioni, Amarone Della Valpolicella - a wine with depth, aromas of dark plums and blackberries, combined with floral notes.
16 Describe the difference between the Jax Y3 and the Iconoclast by Chimney Rock as you would to a guest.
17 Describe the structure of the Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon as you would to a guest.
18 True or False: The fruit from Iconoclast comes exclusively from the Stags Leap District.
False
19 What is a key selling point of the Madame de Beaucaillou in regards to it’s origin?
(Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France, red)
It is a tribute to the woman who chaired the supervisory board of Ducru-Beaucaillou. Showcasing the importance of women in the history of the estate.
20 Describe the structure of the Pauillac de Chateau Latour as you would to a guest.
21 What are the structural differences between the Marques de Murrieta and the Bodegas Renancer?
22 Who is responsible for marking the tables with the appropriate glassware after a guest has ordered a bottle?
The Captain
23 Where does the wine coaster go on the table?
To the right of the person that ordered the bottle. Aka the host
24 True or False: If it’s busy, you are allowed to open the wine at the table.
True
25 When do we decant a wine?
When it is aged, has sediment, or needs to be “opened up”.
26 Who is responsible for selling and opening wine?
Captains, sommeliers, and bartenders.
27 Name the primary grape variety in the following wines: Barbaresco, Côte-Rôtie, Vosne-Romanée.
Barbaresco: Nebbiolo
Côte-Rôtie: Syrah
Vosne-Romanée: Pinot Nior
28 What are the primary grape varieties in red and white Burgundy? Which glass would you serve wines made from these grapes in?
There are two main types of grapes grown in Burgundy: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Burgundy Wine Glasses
Name a situation in which you would use our baller glassware to set a table.
For wine 500$ and above
Who is allowed to saber Champagne in the dining room? Give an example of a time when sabering would NOT be a good idea.
Only sommeliers, an example would be in a full dining room, without giving the sommelier a proper notice in advance.
What is a “Super Tuscan”? What glassware would you serve one in?
Super Tuscans are red wines made in Tuscany with international grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, often blended with Sangiovese. They are not bound by the DOCG rules and have a rich and intense style, influenced by Bordeaux and American critics.
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What structural element in wine do we usually try to avoid when pairing with seafood?
Tannins
How many ounces are in a standard 750ml bottle of wine? Why is this important to know for wine service?
25.4 fluid ounces, know how many glasses you can pour.
You see a wine bottle on the wine station, and on the top is a small sticker that says 207 / 4. What does this mean?
That it has not been presented, and that the wine bottle has been ordered by table 207, seat 4
Right-Bank Bordeaux wines are mostly based on what grape variety? What about Left-Bank wines?
Left Bank : Cabernet Sauvignon
Right Bank: Merlot
