lesson 8

Question 1

what point is not connected to Greek Influence on Roman culture?

Answer 1

the married vine “vite maritata” system

Question 2

which country is the third biggest producer in the world?

Answer 2

the USA

Question 3

DOP wine, the amount of grapes that are…. in stated designated area must be?

Answer 3

100%

Question 4

typically wines made from Nebbiolo grapes are?

Answer 4

high in tannins

Question 5

typical example of secondary aroma?

Answer 5

vanilla

Question 6

what are the two methods for Rose Wine production?

Answer 6

short maceration or saigee/bleeding

Question 7

method 1 of rose wine: short maceration

Answer 7

1. same process as red wine
2. maceration only lasts between 2 hrs - 2 days, fermentation takes place without skins
3. intensity will vary depending on length of maceration

Question 8

what is important to note about rose wine with short maceration?

Answer 8

grapes are harvested early because they need more acidity and less sugar - have less tannins in rose so need more acids for balance

Question 9

method 2 of rose wine: saigee/blending

Answer 9

1. usual process for red wine
2. as must is fermenting, small fraction (10%) of juice is moved without skins to a different vat to complete fermentation as rose
3. red wine benefits as it is more concentrated
4. this type of rose can be just intended as a byproduct

Question 10

what happens to resulting rose from method 2 saigee/blending?

Answer 10

resulting rose typically has more color, more alcohol and less acidity

Question 11

what does rose typically end up like

Answer 11

middle of red and white; citrus and red fruit, typically does not age well

Question 12

finish

Answer 12

lingering sensation after you have swallowed/spat wine out

only persistence of pleasant flavor impressions (fruit)

Question 13

aftertaste

Answer 13

after the persistence flavor has disappeared