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Mild Merlots Flashcards

1
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Which wine is known for its signature aromas of petrol and lime when aged?

A

Riesling

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Which wine classification represents the highest level of quality in the Italian system?

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DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita)

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What is the traditional bottle shape for Alsace and German Rieslings?

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Tall, narrow flute bottle

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4
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Which of the following sparkling wines is typically made using the tank (Charmat) method?

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PROSECCO / Franciacorta / Champagne

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5
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Which of the following grape varieties is most commonly used for white Bordeaux wines?

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Pinot Gris / SAUVIGNON BLANC / Riesling

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Which grape variety is commonly associated with the wines of Barossa Valley in Australia?

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Malbec / Grenache / SHIRAZ

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Which of these is a famous sweet wine from France?

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Tempranillo / SAUTERNES / Jura

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What does “Sec” indicate on a French wine label?

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Low in alcohol / Very sweet wine / DRY WINE

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Which of these red wines is typically known for being low in tannins?

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Nebbiolo / GAMAY / Mourvédre

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Which Italian wine region is famous for producing Brunello di Montalcino?

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TUSCANY / Sicily / Piedmont

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Which of the following wines is made in an oxidative style, giving it nutty and dried fruit flavors?

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SHERRY / Beaujolais Nouveau / Sauvignon Blanc

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Which of the following wine-producing regions is located in Spain?

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Mendoza / Liamarí Valley / RIBERA DEL DUERO

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Which type of glass is best for serving a full-bodied red wine?

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LARGE BOWL-SHAPED GLASS / Small flute / Narrow glass

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What does “Sur Lie” aging mean?

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The wine is aged in amphorae / The wine is aged in new oak barrels / WINE IS AGED ON THE LEES

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15
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Which wine is commonly recommended as a pairing for spicy food?

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OFF-DRY RIESLING / Merlot / Chardonnay

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16
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Which wine region is famous for producing Albariño?

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Linguria, Provence / RÍAS BAIXAS

17
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What does “Doux” mean on a Champagne label?

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Extra-dry / VERY SWEET / Aged for over 10y

18
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Which country is famous for producing Carmenère as its signature grape?

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Portugal / Spain / CHILE

19
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Which of these white wines is most commonly aged in oak barrels?

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Albarino / Turbiana / CHARDONNAY

20
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Which famous French wine region is home to the Grand Cru vineyards of Vosne-Romanée?

A

Champagne / BURGUNDY / Bordeaux

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