Pinot Noir Flashcards

1
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Typical climates for Pinot Noir

A

Cool - Moderate

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2
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Very good or outstanding examples age with what flavours

A

Mushroom
Forest Floor

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3
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Are the grape skins thick or thin?

A

Thin

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4
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Typical acidity of Pinot Noir?

A

High acidity

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5
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Typical tannin levels of Pinot Noir?

A

Low to medium

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6
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Primary flavours of Pinot Noir?

A

Red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, red cherry)

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7
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Secondary aromas/flavour of Pinot Noir?

A

Oak: Smoke and cloves

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8
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Is Pinot Noir typically single varietal?

A

Yes, except when used for Sparkling

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9
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Why is oak used sparingly for Pinot Noir?

A

It can overwhelm the flavours

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10
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What type of oak is typically used for Pinot Noir and why?

A

Older or larger barrels as they impart less flavour

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11
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What is the typical maturation options for Pinot Noir?

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Typically for young drinking but can mature in the bottle for several years

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12
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Where is the “home” of Pinot Noir?

A

Burgundy, France

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13
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What aspects are the best vineyards facing in Burgundy for Pinot Noir?

A

South - South east towards the equator

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14
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Why is south-south east facing to the equator best for Pinot Noir?

A

Extra sunlight and are capable of producing concentrated and complex wines

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15
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What are the 2 regions of Cote d’Or that grow Pinot Noir?

A

Cote de Nuits (North)
Cote de Beaune (South)

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16
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What areas of USA are best for Pinot Noir?

A

Carneros
Sonoma
Santa Barbera County

17
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Why is the Carneros USA climate good for Pinot Noir?

A

It’s cooled by morning fogs from San Pablo Bay

18
Q

Why is the Sonoma climate good for Pinot Noir?

A

It’s cooled by the Pacific Ocean breezes

19
Q

Why is Santa Barbara County good for Pinot Noir?

A

It’s cooled by sea breezes from the west and south

20
Q

Typical flavours of a Californian Pinot Noir are..

A

Primary: ripe red fruit
Secondary: Vanilla from oak
Tertiary (if aged): mushroom and forest floor

21
Q

Why is Oregon, USA a good place for Pinot Noir?

A

It’s northerly latitude
Exposure to Pacific Ocean

22
Q

Typical flavours of an Oregon Pinot Noir are…

A

Primary: fresh red fruit
Secondary: subtle oak (smoke, cloves)
Tertiary (if aged): Earth, Mushroom

23
Q

Where in Chile is best for Pinot Noir?

A

Casablanca Valley

24
Q

Climate of Casablanca Valley, Chile for Pinot Noir?

A

Cooled by sea breezes
Cooled by morning fogs

25
Q

Typical flavour of Casablanca Valley, Chile Pinot Noir?

A

Cooked strawberries

26
Q

Where is South Africa is great for Pinot Noir?

A

Walker Bay

27
Q

Why is the Walker Bay, South Africa climate great for Pinot Noir?

A

Strong southerly sea breezes moderate the climate

28
Q

Where in Australia is known for Pinot Noir?

A

Yarra Valley
Mornington Peninsula

29
Q

Flavours of Australian Pinot Noir?

A

Primary: Riper, cooked red fruits (red plum and strawberry)

30
Q

Typical tannin level of Australian Pinot Noir?

A

Medium tannins

31
Q

Where is New Zealand is known for Pinot Noir?

A

Central Otago
Marlborough
Martinborough

32
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Why is the Central Otago climate great for Pinot Noir

A

Mountains around it protect the region from sea breezes and rain

Vines experience intensely sunny days followed by cool nights

33
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Typical flavour of Central Otago Pinot Noir?

A

Primary: pronounced red fruits (strawberry, cherry)

34
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Typical body of Central Otago Pinot Noir?

A

Medium to Full body

35
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Typical tannins of Central Otago Pinot Noir?

A

Medium tannins