Mf. Fine Vintage Written Practice Questions / Lesson 6 / Germany, Rhone Valley and Southern France Flashcards

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List the German Pradikat levels in ascending order of ripeness (lowest to highest)

A
Kabinett.
Spatlese.
Auslese
Beerenauslese
Eisweien
TrockenBeerenauslese
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What is Erstes Gewächs?

A

Rhinegau VDP members quality, dry wine from Erst Large vineyard.

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Describe the style of wine from Côte-Rôtie and grapes used.

A
Syrah
up to 20% Viognier
Full bodied / Spicy
Floral Aromatics
Elegant
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Why is Grenache best suited to the Southern Rhône?

A

Tolerates wind and drought.

It needs the heat to be able to ripen.

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What is the grape used in Bandol? Describe this wine.

A
Mouvedre.
Full bodied.
Deep structure.
High in Tannins.
Bramble / Meat / Spice
Long aging wine
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