Mf. Fine Vintage Written Practice Questions / Lesson 6 / Germany, Rhone Valley and Southern France Flashcards
1
Q
List the German Pradikat levels in ascending order of ripeness (lowest to highest)
A
Kabinett. Spatlese. Auslese Beerenauslese Eisweien TrockenBeerenauslese
2
Q
What is Erstes Gewächs?
A
Rhinegau VDP members quality, dry wine from Erst Large vineyard.
3
Q
Describe the style of wine from Côte-Rôtie and grapes used.
A
Syrah up to 20% Viognier Full bodied / Spicy Floral Aromatics Elegant
4
Q
Why is Grenache best suited to the Southern Rhône?
A
Tolerates wind and drought.
It needs the heat to be able to ripen.
5
Q
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