Business & Service of Wine Flashcards
Sales & Distribution of alcohol is the United States is regulated by what government sector?
Alcohol & Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau
Winery sales to an authorized distributor are considered …
FOB Sales
On-Premise accounts refer to what type of businesses?
Private clubs, restaurants, and Hotels – anything where the wine is consumed on-premise
Off-Premise Accounts refer to what type of businesses?
Retail, grocery – anything where alc is consumed off-premise
What is the average markup from wholesale to retail?
30%-40%
What is the ideal cellar temperature for all wines?
55 Degrees
True or False: Only Red wines should be decanted.
False
Wet cardboard or damp basement aromas are a sign that the wine is…
Corked / TCA
Any wine that has not been cold stabilized at the winery is more susceptible to throw off tiny crystals called __________.
Tartrates
A wine by the glass is typically priced based on the…?
Wholesale Price of the Bottle
Wines by the Bottle on a list is typically priced based on the…?
Wholesale price of the bottle times 4 or 5 times
True or False? Wine service is conducted clockwise around the table.
True
True of False? The Foil should always be cut on the second (bottom) lip of the bottle.
True
Service - Beverages are served from the Left or Right Side?
Right
The standard serving size for wine is?
5-6 Oz
