Muscat Flashcards
1
Q
What are muscat grapes low in?
A
Acid
2
Q
What is Muscat susceptible to?
A
Downey & Powdery Mildew, Grey rot, humidity, leaf roll
3
Q
Why is the yield of muscat kept low?
A
If higher then it results in the loss of aroma
4
Q
What climate does Muscat like?
A
Warm climates, sun exposure, mediterranean
5
Q
Where is Muscat grown?
A
Mesopotamia (Greek origin), Sicily, Asti, (sparkling), Alsace, California, Australia, Spain
6
Q
What types of wine does Muscat make?
A
Sparkling and fortified wines, oxidized to creat dessert wines, dry-sweet wines
7
Q
Are muscat wines meant to be aged?
A
Generally No
8
Q
What are the 5 aromatic varietals?
A
Gewurtz, Riesling, Muscat, Pinot gris, Chenin Blanc
