Mid-Term Flashcards
1
Q
Vines start producing grapes after; live for
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2 years; 20-40 years
2
Q
Life of vine
A
You should know it
3
Q
Vitis vinifera
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Species of vine from N America used to combat phylloxera
4
Q
Seed is
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Rich in anti-oxydants
5
Q
Pulp has
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Sugars, acids
6
Q
Skin has
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Tannins, color, and aromas
7
Q
Describe the harvest
A
- Grapes picked
- Destemmed and crushed
- Wine comes from fermentation
- Malo-actic fermentation (all red wines, some white)
8
Q
Name 3 red Italian and international varietals
A
- Merlot
- Pinot noir
- Sangiovese
9
Q
Name 3 white Italian and international varietals
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- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinot grigio
10
Q
Organic vs traditional approach
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Organic- copper, sulfur
Traditional- pesticides under berry
11
Q
Elements of a Terroir
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- Climate
- Soil + Terrain
- Tradition
12
Q
Old world relies on
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Tradition
13
Q
Old world
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Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, France
14
Q
Appellation system is
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A way to codify terroir
15
Q
Varietal wines
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Lower tier, connected to style