Learning Outcome 6: Understand the key principles and processes involved in the storage and service of wine, and in the pairing of food and wine

Question 1

When opening a bottle of sparkling wine, what can be done to make the process easier and safer?
1. Chill the wine
2. Hold the cork securely from the moment the wire cage is loosened
3. turn the bottle gently while holding the cork

a. 1 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 1 and 2 only
d. 1, 2, and 3

Answer 1

d. 1, 2, and 3

Question 2

Which of the following describes ideal storage conditions for wine sealed with a cork?
a. The temperature should be warm
b. The temperature should be cool and constant
c. The bottle should be stored vertically
d. The storage area should be in strong bright light

Answer 2

b. the temperature should be cool and constant

Question 3

Cork taint is identified by
a. Bits of cork in the bottle
b. Deep Brown Colour
c. Damp-carboard aromas
d. Carmel aromas

Answer 3

c. Damp-carboard aromas

Question 4

Which of the following pairs of wines should be well chilled before serving?
a. Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú
b. Champagne and Beaujolais
c. Shiraz and Oaked Chardonnay
d. Prosecco and Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 4

a. Sauternes and Tokaji Aszú

Question 5

Which of the following best describes how a vacuum system keeps a wine fresh?
a. A pump is used to add CO₂ to a wine
b. Gas is pumped into the bottle to push out air
c. A pump removes air from the inside of the bottle
d. Gas is used to add fresh-fruit aromas to wine

Answer 5

c. A pump removes air from the inside of the bottle