Gewurztraminer, Viognier and Albarino Flashcards
What climate does Gewurztraminer need?
Cool to moderate
What climate is Viognier mainly grown in?
Moderate
True or false: Gewurztraminer is a very neutral grape variety.
False. It is an aromatic grape variety that creates powerfully scented wines.
Gewurztraminer grapes accumulate high levels of sugar when they ripen. This can lead to wines with ___________ when the juice is fermented to dryness.
High alcohol
What are the typical flavours in Gewurztraminer?
Floral (rose), stone fruit (apricot, peach), tropical fruit (lychee)
What is the typical body and acidity level in Gewurztraminer wines?
Full body
Low to medium acidity
Which region produces some of the most famous and highest quality Gewurztraminer wines?
Alsace AOC (Grand Cru for highest quality)
Describe a typical wine made with Viognier (sweetness, acidity, alcohol, body, flavours).
Dry
Low to medium acidity
High alcohol
Medium to full body
Pronounced floral aromas (blossoms), stone fruit (peach, apricot)
True or false: as Viognier is an aromatic grape variety, there is never any oak aging in these wines.
False.
Although it is an aromatic grape, some oak-aged wines are made.
Name the famous French region where wines are made exclusively from 100% Viognier.
Condrieu AOC (in the northern Rhone)
If Viognier is blended with other varieties, what will it bring to the blend?
Floral notes and body.
Is Albariño a white or black grape variety?
White
What is the name of the famous Spanish wine region where Albariño is grown?
Rías Baixas DO
Describe a typical wine made with Albariño. (sweetness, acidity, body, flavours)
Dry, high acidity, medium body, citrus (lemon, grapefruit) and stone fruit (peach, apricot)
Are Albariño wines typically aged in oak?
No
