Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Furmint

Question 1

What is the name of the growing region for Chenin Blanc in France and where is it located

Answer 1

Vouvray AOC, Loire Valley

Question 2

What is the typical sweetness level of the wines produced in Vouvray AOC

Answer 2

Dry, off-dry, medium and sweet as well as sparkling

Question 3

What does Demi-Sec mean in French wine labelling

Answer 3

Off-dry or medium sweet

Question 4

Are wines from Vouvray typically stored in oak or inert vessels

Answer 4

Inert

Question 5

What is the other most common region for growing Chenin-Blanc

Answer 5

South Africa

Question 6

Does Semillon prefer a cool to moderate climate or a moderate to warm climate?

Answer 6

Moderate to warm

Question 7

What region of France is known for Semillon

Answer 7

Bordeaux AOC

Question 8

What other grape is often blended with Semillon in France

Answer 8

Sauvignon Blanc

Question 9

What region of France produces a sweet white wine with Semillon grapes that have been concentrated by botrytis

Answer 9

Sauternes AOC

Question 10

What two regions in Australia are known for Semillon

Answer 10

Hunter Valley
Barossa Valley

Question 11

Which region of Australia produces a light dry Semillon with low alcohol

Answer 11

Hunter Valley

Question 12

Where is Furmint grown most widely?

Answer 12

Hungary

Question 13

What region of Hungary is most common for Furmint

Answer 13

Tokaj

Question 14

How does Tokaji Aszu get its sweet flavour profile

Answer 14

Botrytis

Question 15

What are Puttonyos?

Answer 15

A measure of sugar in Tokaji Aszu

Question 16

What colour is Tokaji Aszu?

Answer 16

Amber

Question 17

Can a Tokaji Aszu wine be dry?

Answer 17

Yes

Question 18

Sauternes wines are based on which variety?

Answer 18

Semillon