Gewurztraminer, Viognier, Albarino

Question 1

True or False? Rías Baixas has a notably cooler, wetter & cloudier climate than other Spanish wine regions.

Answer 1

true

Question 2

Which of the following is not a typical characteristic of Viognier?

a. dry
b. low to medium acid
c. low alcohol
d. pronounced floral aromas

Answer 2

c. low alcohol

Question 3

Which characteristics describe a Gewurztraminer wine? Select all that apply.

a. full-bodied
b. low to medium acidity
c. pronounced floral aromas
d. tropicl fruit flavors

Answer 3

a. full-bodied
b. low to medium acidity
c. pronounced floral aromas
d. tropicl fruit flavors

Question 4

Which of the following wines is most likely to see lees contact to add body and complexity?

a. Gewurztraminer from Alsace AOC
b. Gewurztraminer from Alsace Grand Cru AOC
c. Viognier from Condrieu AOC
d. Albarino from Rias Baixas

Answer 4

d. Albarino from Rias Baixas

Question 5

Which region is known for high quality Gewurztraminer wines?

a. Condrieu
b. Alsace Grand Cru
c. Rias Baixas
d. Northern Rhone

Answer 5

b. Alsace Grand Cru

Question 6

Where are the finest Viognier wines produced?

a. Condrieu AOC (northern Rhone)
b. Alsace AOC
c. Alsace Grand Cru
d. Rias Baixas (NW Spain)

Answer 6

a. Condrieu AOC

Question 7

Which aroma/flaovr is a characteristics of very good or outstanding Gewurztraminer?

a. rose
b. peach
c. honey
d. lychee

Answer 7

honey

Question 8

True or False? Winemakers in Condrieu AOC typically mature Viognier extensively in new oak.

Answer 8

false

Question 9

What factor contributes to Gewurztraminer being a high alcohol wine?

a. the grapes accumulate high levels of sugar during ripening
b. extra sugar is added before fermentation
c. it is blended with high-alcohol varieties
d. the grapes accumulate high levels of acidity during ripening

Answer 9

a. the grapes accumulate high levels of sugar during ripening