Principal Grape Varieties

Question 1

Which of the principle white wine varieties are more often matured in oak

Answer 1

Chardonnay from Burgundy
Warmer climate, medium to full body
Stone fruit and citrus flavours and aromas

Question 2

What is a parent grape of Cabernet Sauvignon

Answer 2

Sauvignon Blanc

Question 3

What grape variety is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and why

Answer 3

Merlot
Adds softness and body to the blend

Question 4

In Australia, Cabernet Sauvignon is sometime blended with what grape and why

Answer 4

Shiraz
Adds aromas of spice

Question 5

White wines of Burgundy use what grape variety?

Answer 5

Chardonnay

Question 6

What are two countries besides Burgundy, France that are well know for producing quality Chardonnays?

Answer 6

Australia
California

Question 7

Where did Sauvignon Blanc originate?

Answer 7

From the Loire Valley in France

Question 8

Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc are the parents to which grape variety?

Answer 8

Cabernet Sauvignon