Business & Service Flashcards

1
Q

Sales & Distribution of alcohol in the United States is regulated by what government sector?

A

Alcohol & Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau

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2
Q

Winery sales to an authorized distributor are considered ___?

A

FOB Sales

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3
Q

On-Premise accounts refer to what type of businesses?

A

Private clubs, restaurants, and hotels

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4
Q

Off-Premise Accounts refer to what type of businesses?

A

Retail shops and grocery stores

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5
Q

What is the average markup from wholesale to retail?

A

30-40%

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6
Q

What is the ideal cellar temperature for all wines?

A

55°F

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7
Q

True or False: Only red wines should be decanted.

A

False

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8
Q

Wet cardboard or damp basement aromas are a sign that the wine is ___?

A

Corked / TCA

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9
Q

Any wine that has not been cold stabilized at the winery is more susceptible to throw off tiny crystals called ___ ?

A

Tartrates

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10
Q

A wine by the glass is typically priced based on the ___ ?

A

Wholesale price of the bottle

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11
Q

Wine by the bottle on a list is typically priced based on the ___ ?

A

Wholesale cost of the bottle x 4 to 5 times

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12
Q

True or False: Wine service is conducted clockwise around the table.

A

True

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13
Q

True or False: The foil should always be cut on the second (bottom) lip of the bottle.

A

True

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14
Q

Service - Beverages are served ___ .

A

From the right side

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15
Q

What is the standard serving size for wine?

A

5 - 6 oz

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16
Q

The vintage year on a wine label refers to what?

A

The year the grapes were harvested

17
Q

Sparkling wines and light bodied white wines should be served at what temperature?

A

40° - 45° F

18
Q

What is the ideal level of humidity for a wine cellar?

A

70%

19
Q

What wine tool is ideal for opening older/mature wines?

A

Osso or Durand