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WSET Level 2 Wines > Grape Varietals: Gamay, Grenache/Garnacha, Tempranillo, Carmenère, Malbec, Pinotage > Flashcards

Grape Varietals: Gamay, Grenache/Garnacha, Tempranillo, Carmenère, Malbec, Pinotage Flashcards

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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Malbec?

(ie: Tannins, Fruit Characteristics)

A
  • high tannin
  • black fruit:
    • blackberry
    • black plum
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Grenache/Garnacha?

(Blended? Body? Oaked? Flavor/Aroma with Age?, etc.)

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  • often blended
  • oaked or unoaked
  • red or rosé wines
  • very good or outstanding examples can age:
    • earth
    • meat
    • dried fruit
    • caramel
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Tempranillo?

(Blended? Simple/Complex? Body? Oaked? Flavor/Aroma with Age?)

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  • simple or complex
  • light- to full-bodied
  • oaked or unoaked
  • blended or single varietal
  • very good or outstanding examples can age:
    • dried fruit
    • leather
    • mushroom
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What types of Climate does Gamay prefer?

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  • Moderate
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Where is Grenache grown in France and what are the GI (Geographical Indications) labeling terms?

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  • Southern Rhône:
    • Côtes du Rhône
    • Côtes du Rhône Villages
    • Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  • South of France:
    • Minervois
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What types of Climate does Tempranillo prefer?

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  • Moderate
  • Warm
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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Carmenère?

(ie: Acidty, Tannins, Fruit Characteristics)

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  • medium to high acidity
  • high tannin
  • herbaceous:
    • green bell pepper
  • herbal:
    • eucalyptus
  • black fruit:
    • blackberry
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Malbec?

(Blended? Body? Oaked? Flavor/Aroma with Age?, etc.)

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  • blended or single varietal
  • full-bodied
  • often oaked
  • very good or outstanding examples can age:
    • dried fruit
    • meat
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What types of Climate does Pinotage prefer?

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  • Warm
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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Pinotage?

(ie: Acidty, Tannins, Fruit Characteristics, etc.)

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  • high acidity
  • medium tannin
  • red fruit:
    • strawberry
    • raspberry
    • red cherry
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Pinotage?

(Blended? Body? Flavor/Aroma with Age?)

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  • blended or single varietal
  • medium- to full-bodied
  • takes on strong flavours from oak:
    • coffee
    • chocolate
    • smoke
    • very good or outstanding examples can age
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Where are the important regions in Spain for Grenache?

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  • Rioja
  • Navarra
  • Priorat
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Carmenère?

(Blended? Body? Oaked? Flavor/Aroma with Age?, etc.)

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  • blended or single varietal
  • full-bodied
  • often oaked
  • very good or outstanding examples can age:
    • leather
    • earth
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What are the Style and Aging Characteristics of Gamay?

(Body? Oaked? Flavor/Aroma with Age?)

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  • typically light-bodied
  • typically unoaked
  • some winemaking techniques give aromas and flavours of banana and candy typically for early drinking
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What types of Climate does Malbec prefer?

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  • Warm
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What types of Climate does Carmenère prefer?

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  • Warm
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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Gamay?

(ie: Acidty, Tannins, Fruit Characteristics, etc.)

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  • high acidity
  • low to medium tannin
  • red fruit:
    • raspberry
    • red cherry
    • red plum
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What types of Climate does Grenache/Garnacha prefer?

A
  • Warm
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Where are the important regions in Spain for Tempranillo?

A
  • Rioja
  • Ribera del Duero
  • Catalunya
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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Tempranillo?

(ie: Acidty, Tannins, Fruit Characteristics, etc.)

A
  • medium acidity
  • medium tannin
  • red fruit:
    • strawberry
    • red cherry
  • black fruit:
    • blackberry
    • black plum
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Where is Gamay grown in France and what are the GI (Geographical Indications) labeling terms?

A
  • Beaujolais
  • Beaujolais Villages
  • Beaujolais Cru (Fleurie)
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Where are the important regions in Australia for Grenache?

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  • Barossa Valley
  • McLaren Vale
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What are the Varietal Characteristics of Grenache/Garnacha?

(ie: Acidty, Tannins, Sugar Levels, Thin/thick Skin? Fruit Characteristics?)

A
  • thin skin
  • low to medium tannin
  • low acidity
  • high sugar levels
  • red fruit:
    • strawberry
    • red plum
    • red cherry
  • spice:
    • white pepper
    • liquorice

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