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Commercially Significant White Cultivars Flashcards

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Popular Chardonnay Synonyms

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Beaunois (Chablis)

Gelber Weissburgunder (NE Italy)

Morillon (Austria)

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Where is Chardonnay from?

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Its home is Burgundy, France

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What factors contribute to the success of Chardonnay’s global spread?

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It can grow in diverse soils and climates

It can produce high yields, though controlling yield improves quality

It retains a varietal identity despite various flavor-modifying techniques during vinification

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Why is Chardonnay a risky cultivar to plant in cool climates? Why is it suitable in such regions?

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Chardonnay is early budding and early ripening. It is susceptible to spring frosts but can ripen in short growing seasons.

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What are hazards to Chardonnay?

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Susceptible to powdery mildew and grapevine yellows

Prone to grey rot due to its thin skins and small, compact grape clusters

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What types of wines are produced with Chardonnay?

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Still varietal wines. Premium wines are rarely blended

Sparkling varietals and blends with P. Noir and Meunier, popularized by Champagne

Blends with Welschriesling for Austrian botrytized wines

Inexpensive blends with Semillon, Viognier, and local varieties

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What is the structure of Chardonnay?

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High extract

High alcohol in all but the coolest climates

Modest acidity in the main, but refreshing from cool climates

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Chardonnay Profile

Cool Climate

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Green and Citrus Fruit

High Acid

Dry

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Chardonnay Profile

Moderate Climate

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Citrus and Stone/Melon Fruit

Medium/High Acid

Dry

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Chardonnay Profile

Hot Climate

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Tropical Fruit (Pineapple, Banana)

Medium Acid

Dry

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Chardonnay Profile

Malolactic Flavors

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Cream

Butter

Butterscotch

Hazelnut

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Chardonnay Profile

Oak Flavors

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Vanillin

Toast

Nut

Coconut

Coffee

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Chardonnay Profile

Lees Flavors

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Yogurt

Creaminess

Savoriness

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Chardonnay Profile

Autolytic Flavors

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Bread

Toast

Biscuit

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What vinification techniques are used to add or alter flavors, texture, and structure to Chardonnay?

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Malolactic fermentation

Oak fermentation, aging, or chips

Lees contact

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Why is Chardonnay ideal for sparkling wines?

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Supplies acidity

Elegant, light body

Citrus and green fruit

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Popular Chenin Blanc Synonyms

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Steen (South Africa)

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What genetic relationships does Chenin Blanc with other cultivars?

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Sauvignon Blanc (Sibling)

Savagnin (Parent)

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What genetic relationships does Chardonnay with other cultivars?

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Gouais Blanc (Parent)

Pinot (Parent)

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Where is Chenin Blanc from?

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Its home is the Loire Valley, France

South Africa is producing wines of increasing quality

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What types of wine are produced with Chenin Blanc?

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Loire Valley
Sparkling and still wines, dry to luscious and bortytic

South Africa
Varietal, previously used as a bulk blending grape

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What are the viticultural characteristics of Chardonnay?

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Early Budding

Early Ripening

Susceptible to powdery mildew and grapevine yellows

Prone to grey rot due to its thin skins and small, compact grape clusters

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What are the viticultural characteristics of Chenin Blanc?

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Early Budding

Mid Ripening

Vigorous

Attracts Noble Rot

Susceptible to Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Grey Rot

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What are some risks that face Chenin Blanc when the grapes are ripening?

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A mid ripening varietal, the thick skins of Chenin Blanc take time to fully ripen.

It attracts Noble Rot which is undesirable for some styles of wine.

Some clones have compact bunches that increase the risk of Grey Rot due to rain.

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What is the structure of Chenin Blanc?

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High Acidity

Thick Skins

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How does the thick skins of Chenin Blanc affect the styles of wine produced?

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It takes time for the skins to fully ripen, so potential alcohol levels can reach high levels.

Unripe skins impart slightly bitter, phenolic notes

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What vinification methods are being experimented with in the Loire Valley on Chenin Blanc? How is it being reveived?

A

Partial use of new oak on dry, still wines.

It is gaining much acclaim.

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Chenin Blanc Profile

Cool Climate/Early Harvest

A

Green Apple

Leafy/Vegetal

High Acid`

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Chenin Blanc Profile

Moderate Climate

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Citrus and Stone Fruit

High Acid

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Chenin Blanc Profile

Late Harvest, Botrytis, Age, and Other Flavors

A

Late Harvest
Tropical and Dried Fruit

Botrytis
Honey

Age
Toast, Honey

Other
Chalk, Steeliness

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What are some positive characteristics of Chardonnay?

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High Quality Potential

Well Recognized

High Demand

Ripens in a wide range of climates and soils, producing a wide range of styles

Expresses Terroir

Hardy

High yields with little loss of quality

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What are some positive characteristics of Chenin Blanc?

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High Quality Potential

Retains acidity at high ripeness levels

Susceptible to noble rot

Wines age well

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What are some negative characteristics of Chardonnay?

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Prone to Grey Rot

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What are some negative characteristics of Chenin Blanc?

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Ripens unevenly, requiring harvest in tries (multiple passes through the vineyard)

Underappreciated and unfashionable

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What is the full name of Muscat Blanc?

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Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains

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What are the important Muscat cultivars?

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Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains

Muscat of Alexandria

Muscat Ottonel

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Popular Muscat Blanc Synonyms

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Muscat d’Alsace (Alsace, France)

Moscato Bianco (Italy)

Moscato d’Asti (Piemonte, Italy)

Muskateller (Austria & Germany)

Brown Muscat (Australia)

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Popular Muscat of Alexandria Synonyms

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Muscatel Bianco (Spain)

Gordo Blanco (Australia)

Moscatel de Setúbal (Portugal)

Zibibbo (Sicily, Italy)

Hanepoot (South Africa)

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Popular Muscat Ottonel Synonyms

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Muskotály (Hungary)

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What aromatic quality is Muscat known for?

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The smell of grapes

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What, generally, is the structure of Muscat?

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Moderate Acidity

Typically shows aromas of linalool (lily of the valley) and geraniol (rose)

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What types of wines are made with Muscat?

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Dry, young-drinking styles of wine unless deliberately oxidized

Sweet wines, especially sparkling, late harvest, and fortified

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Muscat Blanc Profile

A

Grape

Peach

Floral
(Rose, Orange Blossom)

Rich Honey

Spice

Medium Acidity

Usually produces sweet wines

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Muscat of Alexandria Profile

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Grape

Peach and Apricot

Orange Marmalade

Medium Acid

Late Ripening

Usually produces sweet wines

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Muscat Ottonel Profile

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Grape

Peach

Medium Acidity

Usually produces dry or off-dry wines

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Which important Muscat cultivar(s) usually produce sweet wines?

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Muscat Blanc

Muscat of Alexandria

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Which important Muscat cultivar(s) usually produce drier wines?

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Muscat Ottonel

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Which of the important Muscat varieties is considered the highest quality grape? What is the hierarchy?

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Muscat Blanc is regarded as top quality

Muscat of Alexandria

Muscat Ottonel

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What are some positive attributes of the Muscat varieties?

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Distinctive, intense aromatic qualities

Can raisin on or off the vine to concentrate flavors and sugars

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What are some negative attributes of the Muscat varieties?

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Very prone to fungal disease

Tend to attract insects

Wines fade quickly without oxidative aging

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What are some fortified styles of Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains? Where are they produced?

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Rivesaltes (Languedoc-Roussillon, France)

Frontignan (Languedoc-Roussillon, France)

St-Jean de Minervois (Languedoc-Roussillon, France)

Banyuls (Languedoc-Roussillon, France)

Beaumes de Venise (Southern Rhone, France)

Rutherglen (Australia)

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What are some sparkling styles of Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains? Where are they produced?

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Moscato d’Asti (Piemonte, Italy)

Clairette de Die (Northern Rhone, France)

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How are Muscat Blanc bunches different from other Muscat cultivars?

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They are smaller

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What are some negative attributes of Muscat Blanc?

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Susceptible to Powdery and Downy Mildews

Susceptible to Oxidation

Too much skin contact induces bitter flavors

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What are some negative attributes of Muscat of Alexandria?

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Susceptible to Powdery and Downy Mildews

Late ripening

Requires a lot of heat to fully ripen

Big bunches of berries

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What are some negative attributes of Muscat Ottonel?

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Susceptible to Downy Mildew and Rot

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Pinot Blanc Synonyms

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Weissburgunder (Germany)

Pinot Bianco (Italy)

Klevner (Alsace)

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What are the viticultural characteristics of Pinot Blanc?

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Early Budding

Early Ripening

Small Berries

Susceptible to fungal diseases

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What is the structure of Pinot Blanc?

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High Acid

High Sugar, leading to potentially full bodied wines

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Pinot Blanc Profile

Cool Climate

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Green Fruit
(Pear, Apple)

Citrus

High Acid

Dry

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Pinot Blanc Profile

Moderate Climate

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Citrus

Stone/Melon Fruit

Medium/High Acid

Dry

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Pinot Blanc Profile

Other Flavors

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Delicate Spice

Creaminess

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How does Pinot Blanc react to new oak? Malolactic fermentation? Lees contact?

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Positively. It integrates malolactic fermentation and lees flavors well, in addition to oak.

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What types of wines are produced with Pinot Blanc?

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Still, dry varietal wines

Blends with Auxerrois (Alsace)

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What are some positive characteristics of Pinot Blanc?

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Resistant to most pests and diseases

Good quality at high yields

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What are the viticultural characteristics of Riesling?

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Late Budding

Late Ripening

High Yielding

Resistant to Downy Mildew

Susceptible to Powdery Mildew

Compact bunches are susceptible to Grey Rot

67
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Why does Riesling grow well in cold climates?

A

It is both late budding and late ripening

68
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What is the high range of a Riesling yield that can still offer good quality?

A

70hl/ha

69
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What is the structure of Riesling?

A

High Acid that is generally retained

Alcohol ranges from 7% - 13% depending on climate and style

70
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What types of wines are produced with Riesling?

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Still Wines

Dry to Luscious

Light or Medium Body

7% - 13% ABV depending on style

Unoaked or neutral oak

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Riesling Profile

Cool Climate

A

Stone Fruit

Cirus

Generally more Floral and Fragrant

72
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Riesling Profile

Moderate/Warm Climate

A

Lime

Tropical Fruit

73
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Riesling Profile

Botrytis

A

Honey

Marmalade Spice

74
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Riesling Profile

Age

A

Petrol

Kerosene

Toast

Almond

Honey

75
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What is Hunter Riesling?

A

Semillon

76
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What is Cape Riesling/Clare Riesling?

A

Crouchen

77
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Sauvignon Blanc Synonyms

A

Blanc Fumé (Loire Valley, France)

Fumé Blanc (California, USA)

78
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Why is Sauvignon Blanc regarded as a cash flow cultivar?

A

Economic production yields & costs

Speed to market

79
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Is most Sauvignon Blanc suitable for aging?

A

No. Most are intended to be drunk before the next vintage releases

Some barrel fermented and aged styles are meant to lie down

80
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Where are the benchmark styles of Sauvignon Blanc from?

A

Loire Valley, France

Marlborough, New Zealand

81
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What are the viticultural characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc?

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Early budding

Early ripening

Vigorous, leading to fruit shading by excessive foliage without vineyard management

Very productive, leading to dilute wines without yield control

Susceptible to Powdery MIldew and Black Rot

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Besides vineyard management, what can be used to control Sauvignon Blanc’s vigor?

A

De-vigoring Rootstocks

Low fertility soils

83
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What does Fumé Blanc mean when seen on labels of USA wines?

A

An oaked Sauvignon Blanc

84
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True or False

Sauvignon Blanc is susceptible to spring frost

A

True.

Sauvignon Blanc is an early budding varietal.

85
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What is the structure of Sauvignon Blanc?

A

High Acid

Moderate Alcohol

Usually vinified dry

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Sauvignon Blanc Profile

Cool Climate

A

Pungent

Vegetal, Green Pea, Bean, Tomato Leaf, Green Pepper

Herbaceous, Asparagus

Grapefruit, Citrus

High Acid

Dry

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Sauvignon Blanc Profile

Moderate Climate

A

Less Pungent

Gooseberry

Melon, Nectarine, Kiwi

Medium-High Acid

Dry

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Sauvignon Blanc Profile

Ripe Flavors

A

Elderflower

Passion Fruit, Mango, Pineapple

89
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Sauvignon Blanc Profile

Underripe Flavors

A

Pyrazines

Grass

Tomato

Capsicum

90
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Sauvignon Blanc Profile

Oak Flavors

A

Sweet Spice

Creaminess

Honey

91
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Where do some examples of good quality Sauvignon Blanc wines with new oak come from?

A

Loire Valley, France (Pouilly Fumé)

Bordeaux, France (Graves)

California (some Fumé Blanc styles)

92
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What grape is a color mutation of Sauvignon Blanc?

A

Fié Gris

aka Sauvignon Gris

93
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What effect does a small percentage of Sauvignon Blanc aged in older oak have when added to premium unoaked wines of the same varietal?

A

It rounds out the texture and body of the wine

94
Q

What is Sémillon’s claim to fame?

A

Sauternes (Bordeaux, France)

95
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What is the style of Sauternes?

A

A sweet white wine made from Sémillon grapes.

Usually 13.5-14% ABV

Often barrel fermented

96
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What is the style of Sémillon wines in Graves, Bordeaux, France?

A

A dry, oak-influenced wine made of a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc

97
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Where in Australia is Sémillon notably grown? What types of wines does it produce?

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Hunter Valley, Australia as a lean, light, unoaked, bone dry wine of about 10-11% ABV. These wines are incredibly long lived.

Barossa Valley, Australia as a full bodied, often oaked wine

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What are the viticultural characteristics of Sémillon?

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Vigorous

Plentiful yields of mid-ripening fruit

Small bunches that become susceptible to Grey Rot towards harvest

Thin skins that promote Noble Rot

99
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What is the structure of Sémillon?

A

Neutral Aroma

Moderate Acid

Medium-High Alcohol

Body varies based on style

100
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Sémillon Profile

Cool Climate/Early Harvest

A

Neutral or Pungent Vegetal

Light Body

Low Alcohol

High Acid

Dry

101
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Sémillon Profile

Moderate Climate

A

Citrus

Oily

Custard

Medium Body

Medium-High Acid

102
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Sémillon Profile

Late Harvest

A

Tropical Fruit

Botrytis

103
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Sémillon Profile

Oak

A

Toast

Vanilla

104
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Sémillon Profile

Age

A

Toast

Honey

Roasted Nuts

105
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Sémillon Profile

Unripeness

A

Capsicum

Green Bean

Dried-Grassy

106
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What is “SSB” as it relates to wine?

A

A marker of Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc blends used in Western Australia, especially in Margaret River.

107
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Ugni Blanc Synonyms

A

Trebbiano Toscano (Italy)

Alfrocheiro Branco (Portugal)

Procanico (Umbria, Italy)

108
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When did Ugni Blanc appear in France? Where did it originate?

A

Trebbiano Toscano is an Italian grape that traveled north in the 14th Century. The French name for it is Ugni Blanc.

109
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What is Ugni Blanc popular for in France?

A

The production of Cognac and Armagnac

110
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What are the viticultural characteristics of Ugni Blanc?

A

Vigorous

Late Budding

Late(ish) Ripening

High Yielding

Thick Skinned

Susceptible to Downy Mildew, Eutypa Dieback

Resistant to Powdery Mildew and Grey Rot

111
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What is the structure of Ugni Blanc?

A

High Acid

Moderate Alcohol

Light Body

Neutral Flavors

112
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Ugni Blanc Profile

A

Green Fruit
(Apple, Pear)

Light Body

Low Alcohol

High Acid

113
Q

Trebbiano Toscano Profile

A

Neutral Flavors

High Acid

Light Body

114
Q

What types of winemaking are best suited for Ugni Blanc?

A

Low temperature stainless steel fermentations to encourage a simple, light, crisp style

115
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What are some positive attributes of Sémillon?

A

High quality potential

Ages well

116
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What are some negative attributes of Sémillon?

A

Underappreciated and unfashionable

Can lack aroma and acidity in some conditions, prompting its blending with Sauvignon Blanc

117
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What are some positive attributes of Ugni Blanc?

A

High Yielding

Retains Acidity in warm climates

Ideal for brandy production due to high acidity and low alcohol

118
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What are some negative characteristics of Ugni Blanc?

A

Low quality potential for wine

119
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What grapes are Ugni Blanc often blended with?

A

Garganega (Soave, Veneto, Italy)

Malvasia (Frascati, Lazio, Italy)

Verdello & Grechetto (Orvieto, Umbria, Italy)

Local Varieties in Gascony & Provence (France)

120
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What genetic relationships does Syrah have with other grapes?

A

Mondeuse Blanch (Parent)

Dureza (Parent)

Teroldego (Aunt/Uncle)

Pinot (Great Grandparent)

Viognier (Grandparent or Half Sibling)

Durif (Offspring)

121
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What genetic relationships does Viognier have with other cultivars?

A

Syrah (Grandparent or Half Sibling)

Freisa (Close genetic relationship)

Nebbiolo (Cousin)

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Q

What are the viticultural characteristics of Viognier?

A

Early Budding

Mid Ripening

Not particularly vigorous or productive

Modest Yields due to fertility

Small, Thick Skinned Berries

Susceptible to wind damage

Resistant to Grey Rot

123
Q

What effect does the viticultural character of Viognier have on viticulture and wine making?

A

They are small and thick skinned, requiring cropping to best express the cultivar.

Coupled with a lack of production and maintenance of the vine, Viognier is not conducive for simple or easily profitable growing.

124
Q

What is the structure of Viognier?

A

Moderate to Low Acid

High Alcohol

High Extract

Full Body (increasingly so in warmer climates)

125
Q

Viognier Profile

Moderate Climate

A

Floral
(Honeysuckle, Orange Blossom)

Pear

Stone Fruit
(Peaches, Apricots)

Medium Acid

Medium-High Alcohol

Full Body

126
Q

Viognier Profile

Hot Climate

A

Stone Fruit
(Peaches, Apricots)

Exotic Fruit
(Lychee)

Ginger

Low Acid

High Alcohol

Very Full Body

127
Q

Viognier Profile

Late Harvest

A

Dried Fruit

128
Q

Viognier Profile

Oak

A

Creaminess

Vanilla

Toast

129
Q

How does Viognier interact with oak?

A

It has an affinity with some new oak, but too much can dominate the wine

130
Q

What happens if Viognier ripens too quickly?

A

Alcohol levels can overpower the aromas and flavors

131
Q

What grape(s) have commonly and continue to be planted and fermented with Viognier?

A

Syrah

In Côte-Rotie, Syrah and Viognier are often co-planted and co-fermented.

In the New World, Viognier is added to Syrah wines through

1) Co-fermenation
2) Pressings or freshly crushed berries to an ongoing Syrah ferment
3) Viognier wine

132
Q

What does the practice of adding Viognier to Syrah do for the finished wine? How much is typically added?

A

The color of Syrah wines are stabilized and the wine gains a floral perfume

Just a few percent of Viognier is needed as the grape can overwhelm a wine

133
Q

What producer in Australia is the country’s most important with regards to Vigonier? When did they start and where are they located?

A

Yalumba

In 1980 they planted 1.2 hectares in Eden Valley

134
Q

What are some positive attributes of Viognier?

A

Attractive floral/fruit character

Full body and fine, silky texture

Fashionable

135
Q

What are some negative attributes of Viognier?

A

Delicate flavors can easily “burn off” during ripening or evaporate during vinification

Wines made from overripe grapes can be over-alcoholic and bitter

136
Q

What are some positive attributes of Riesling?

A

Distinct Varietal Character

Expressive of terroir

High quality potential even at high yields

Hardy

Can suit a range of styles from dry to luscious

Great aging potential

137
Q

What are some negative attributes of Riesling?

A

Underappreciated by most wine consumers

138
Q

Where did Gewürztraminer orginate?

A

Unknown, though somewhere in the triangle defined by Alto Adige, Pfalz, and Alsace.

The Gewürztraminer in Alsace likely came from Pfalz.

Traminer, the unstable variety that mutated into Gewürztraminer, originates in the town of Tramin, South Tyrol (present day Alto Adige).

139
Q

What are the viticultural characteristics of Gewürztraminer?

A

Early Budding

Early Ripening

Not very productive

Very small bunches

Susceptible to Millerandage

Ripe grapes obtain a pinky-red hue

140
Q

What is the structure of Gewürztraminer?

A

Low Acid

High Alcohol

Full Body

Produces wines with distinct copper-bronze or deep golden hue

141
Q

What difficulties are had with growing Gewürztraminer in woo hot a climate?

A

The body of the resulting wines can risk becoming oily and bitter

142
Q

What conditions are ideal for maintaining freshness and acidity in Gewürztraminer?

A

Cool Weather

Sunny Conditions

143
Q

Gewürztraminer Profile

Cool Climate

A

Floral
(Rose Petal, Lavender)

Lychee

Ginger Spice

Grape

Full Body

Medium-High Alcohol

Medium Acidity

Dry-Sweet

144
Q

Gewürztraminer Profile

Moderate Climate

A

Lychee

Tropical Fruit

High Alcohol

Full Body

High Alcohol

Low-Medium Acidity

145
Q

Gewürztraminer Profile

Ripeness/Late Harvest

A

Sweet Spice

Raisin

Botrytis

146
Q

Gewürztraminer Profile

Bottle Age

A

Meat/Savory

Ginger Spice

147
Q

What grapes are Riesling typically blended with?

A

Usually unblended.

Müller-Thurgau, Silvaner, and Kerner for Liebfraumilch (Germany)

Gewürztraminer (primarily Australia)

148
Q

What grapes are Gewürztraminer typically blended with?

A

Rarely blended.

Can contribute fruit to a multi-varietal blend

Can be blended with other aromatic varieties (Muscat, Riesling)

149
Q

What are some positive attributes of Gewürztraminer?

A

Characteristic intense perfume

150
Q

What are some negative attributes of Gewürztraminer?

A

Hard to achieve flavor ripeness at moderate alcohol levels

Low Yields

151
Q

Pinot Gris Synonyms

A

Pinot Grigio (Italy)

Grauburgunder (Germany)

Ruländer (Germany, Austria; usually sweet)

Szûrkebarát (Hungary, Romania)

152
Q

What are the color mutations of Pinot?

A

Pinot Blanc

Pinot Gris

Pinot Noir

153
Q

What are the viticultural characteristics of Pinot Gris?

A

Vigorous

Modestly Productive

Susceptible to Downy Mildew and Grey Rot

154
Q

What is the structure of Pinot Gris?

A

Low-Medium Acid that drops rapidly toward full ripeness

Alcohol and Extract vary by grape ripeness

155
Q

What is the risk of obtaining ripe Pinot Gris?

A

Acidity drops quickly as ripeness increases

156
Q

Pinot Gris Profile

Cool Climate

A

Honeyed

Nutty

Earthy

Tropical Fruit

Spicy

Medium Acid

High Alcohol

Full Body

Off-Dry or Sweet (Can be Dry)

157
Q

Pinot Gris Profile

Moderate Climate/Early Harvest

A

Neutral/Delicate Pear

Citrus

Medium Acid

Light Body

Light Alcohol

Dry

158
Q

Pinot Gris Profile

Late Harvest

A

Dried Fruit

Apricot

Honey

159
Q

Pinot Gris Profile

Age

A

Spice

Woodiness

160
Q

What is the difference between Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris?

A

Grigio
Light, crisp, clean, citrus/neutral

Gris
Richer, fatter, fuller bodied, peachy/creamy

Pinot Gris also has higher alcohol and a round, dry mouthfeel typified by the Alsatian style

161
Q

What vinification methods are typically used on Pinot Gris wines?

A

Stainless Steel or Old Neutral Oak

New Oak is used on some premium wines from Germany

162
Q

What grapes are typically blended with Pinot Gris?

A

It is usually unblended

Can sometimes be blended with Pinot Blanc

163
Q

What are some positive characteristics of Pinot Gris?

A

Susceptible to drying on the vine and noble rot

High quality potential

High demand

164
Q

What are some negative characteristics of Pinot Gris?

A

Too many uninteresting, dilute, neutral examples

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