Random Flashcards
How many rated château are located in the commune of Margaux?
21 Total
1/1st Growth
5/2nd Growths
10/3rd Growths
3/4th Growths
2/5th Growths
Define edelkeur
edelkeur = South African term for “noble rot”
What are the communes of the Pouilly-Fuissé AOP?
Fuissé
Soultré-Pouilly
Vergisson
Chaintré
What is the maximum bottle size allowed for all wines produced in the country of South Africa?
1.5L Magnum
Who is the largest producer of wine in the country of Chile?
Concha y Toro
What region of New Zealand produces the most ‘bulk’ wine?
trick question | due to limited resources regarding land for planted vines, NZ truly does not have a region that produces bulk wine
Who produces the Chardonnay ‘Mer Soleil’?
Caymus Winery
Define liquoreaux
French labeling term indicating a wine that is the product of botrytis grapes
What three (3) AOP’s can be applied to the village commune of Fixin?
Fixin AOP
Fixin 1er Cru AOP
Cotes de Nuits Villages
Name all of the defined DO’s in the Galicia region.
Monterrei
Rias Baixas
Ribeira Sacra
Ribeiro
Valdeorras
Which of the following is not a DO in the Tarragona region?
a. Emporada
b. Penedes
c. Monstant
d. Costers del Segre
e. Manchuela DO
e. Manchuela DO
located in the Castilla-La Mancha region
Marsala wines are fortified either during or after fermentation.
True or False
true
depending on the desired level of sweetness as per the producer
T or F: Mosel Riesling is defined by low alcohol, moderate acidity, and low minerality.
False
Low Alcohol
High Acidity
Defined Minerality
Defined Terpenes
What is the oldest operating brewery in America?
Yuengling | est. 1829
What is Cotnari?
Wine producig region fo Romania making sweet wines.
What are the Zones of the Adelaide Superzone?
Mount Lofty Ranges + Barossa Valley + Fleurieu = Adelaide Superzone
Which sake designation is drier: +4 or 0 or -2?
+4
for sake
0 = neutral
- = sweeter
+ = drier
What subzones of the Côtes de Bordeaux AOP only produce red wine?
Castillon
Cadillac
What is Pinot Beurot?
synonym for Pinot Gris
What AOP/AOC’s in the Northern Rhône must be 100% varietal wines?
Condrieu AOP/AOC
Château Grillet AOP/AOC
Cornas AOP/AOC
T or F: Brachetto d’Aqui is produced in both a frizzante and spumante style.
True
Asti must be fully sparkling
Moscato d’Asti must be frizzante
Brachetto d’Aqui can be both
What defined DOCG is the most prolific regarding production?
Asti DOCG
T or F: Cuisine that is defined by spice/”heat” is best paired with wines of an off-dry style regarding RS content.
True
“heat” needs sweet
What is the style of wine produced in the Touraine Noble-Joué AOP + principal grape(s)?
AOP for dry rosé; min. 40% Pinot Meunier + min. 20% Pinot Gris + min. 10% Pinot Noir
Define Junmai as applied to sake
pure rice sake produced from rice/water/koji mold … no use of brewer’s alcohol
Name the DOCG from Sicily.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria
What is the IGP designation for the Northern Rhône Valley, Jura, and Savoie?
Comtés Rhodaniens
What village commune is north of Fixin?
village commune Marsannay
T or F: Aged Fine Tawny Ports are the product of reductive aging.
False
oxidative due to extended barrel aging
What is the largest export market for Champagne?
U.K.
What is the warmest and most arid sub-region of the Porto DOP?
Douro Superior = largest + most arid + sparsely planted to vines
What is the German term for ‘white’?
weiss
What “left bank” AOP/AOC’s produce blanc wines?
trick question
‘left bank’ is a haven for rouge wine only
blanc wines are permitted in the regional AOP/AOC’s of Bordeaux
How many bottles/liters are contained in a Salmanazar?
12 bottles/ 9L
Plymouth is a brand of _____________________, Belvedere is a brand of _____________________, Woodford Reserve is a brand
of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, Oban is a brand of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, and Don Julio is a brand of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
London Dry Gin
Polish Vodka
Kentucky Bourbon
Highlands Single Malt Scotch
Tequila
How many Trappist breweries are operating in Belgium? Name three (3) that are common in the ‘market place’
-6-
Achel
Chimay
Orval
Rochefort
Wetsmalle
Westvleteren
What geographical feature separates Baden and Alsace?
Rhein River
What is produced by Roumier?
Burgundy
T or F: Fine Champagne is a reference for a prestige bottling of Champagne.
False
is a Cognac labeling term … blend of eau-de-vie from Grand and Petite Champagne, min. 50% from Grand Champagne
What are the four (4) départments of the Burgundy region?
Yonne
Côte d’ Or
Saône-et-Loire
Rhône
What is the oldest age designation regarding Bowmore?
50 years
How many 1855 rated Château are located within the commune of St. Estèphe?
a. 18
b. 11
c. 5
d. 21
e. 33
c. 5
What does VOS and VORS mean as applied to Sherry?
Very Old Sherry
Very Old Rare Sherry
In what county is the High Valley AVA located?
US, state of California, Lake County, overlaps the Clear Lake AVA … Red Hills AVA is located southwest
What is the principal grape of the Valmur climat?
Chardonnay; is a Grand Cru climat in Chablis
Is “Bock” a product of lager fermentation?
Yes
Bock (lager is not a “style”, but rather a fermentation process | saccharomyces pastorianus)
Where is Swartland?
Coastal Region of the Western Cape of South Africa
Which of the following is not a DO in the Castilla y León region of Spain?
a. Ribera del Duero DO
b. Cigales DO
c. Rueda DO
d. Toro DO
e. Yecla DO
e. Yecla DO- is located near the southeast coastline in the Murcia region
Blaufränkisch X Blauer Portugieser = ______________
Blauberger
What are the main grapes of Corbieres and what is the %?
Grenache (at least 50%), Syrah, Mourvedre, Lladoner Pelut, plus Carignan
Where is the Fitou AOP located?
Country of France, Languedoc, Aude département | min. 60% combined Grenache/Carignan + min. 10% combined Syrah/Mourvédre
Define the label term “Nigori”
Sake term for cloudy
Define annata
Italian labeling term for vintage
Name four (4) quality blended Scotches to use in the crafting of a Rob Roy cocktail.
Johnny Walker Red
Chivas
Dewars White label
The Famous Grouse
Name the three (3) 5th Growth estates of the Haut-Médoc?
Château Belgrave
Chateau Camensac
Chateau Cantemerle
Where is Les Monts Damnés?
country of France, Loire Valley, Central Vineyards, Sancerre AOP
What are the three (3) sub-zones of the Rioja DOCa?
Alavesa
Alta
Baja
What is the ‘Lincoln County’ process?
the use of maplewood charcoal to filter whisky | is specific to Tennessee whisky
What vineyard was defined as the 51st Grand Cru of Alsace?
Kaefferkopf
est. 2006
blends
principal grape varietal of Gewürztraminer
What is the principal grape varietal of the Lisson DOCG + from what region?
principal grape of Friulano @ min. 85% + region of Veneto
In what region of Bordeaux is the Sainte-Foy-Bordeaux AOP located?
Entre-Deux-Mers
What subzones of the Côtes de Bordeaux AOP/AOC only produce rouge wines?
Castillon
Cadillac
What was the last vineyard to be elevated to Grand Cru in the Côte de Nuits + in what year?
Grand Cru of La Grand Rue
est. 1992
Scotch is distilled _________, Armagnac _________, and Irish Whiskey _________.
Scotch- twice
Armagnac- once
Irish- thrice
What ingredients are needed to craft a Stinger cocktail?
Brandy
White creme de menthe
Which of the following is not climat of the Chablis Grand Cru AOP?
a. Bougros
b. Les Clos
c. Le Clos du Roi
d. Grenouilles
e. Les Preuses
c. Le Clos du Roi
What DOCG wine in Italy is the most prolific regarding production?
Asti DOCG | must be spumante | min. 7% abv | fermentation must occur in either tank or bottle
What is a DO Pago + name two (2) such designations?
15 Total
estate produced wines; 3-Navarro DO + 8-Castilla-La Mancha region + 3-Utiel-Requena DO + 1-Cariñena DO; Otazu and Florentino
T or F: The Blaye AOP is for the production of both red and white wine.
False
is an AOP only for red
T or F: La Fourchaume is a Grand Cru vineyard in the Chablis region.
False
is a 1er Cru vineyard located directly north of the Chablis Grand Cru
What is the largest AVA of the Central Valley?
Lodi Valley
Which of the following is not a sweet wine AOP in the Graves region?
a. Sauternes AOP
b. Graves Superieures AOP
c. Barsac AOP
d. Cadillac AOP
e. Ceron AOP
d. Cadillac AOP
T or F: Southern Comfort has a spirit base of Kentucky Bourbon.
False
base is neutral grain spirit
What is cryo-extraction used?
This method is used to produce sweet wine or to salvage botrytized wine in rain-soaked vintages. Grapes are frozen artificially and the richest part of the must is pressed off.
**Cause: ** Gin + Green Chartreuse + Sweet Vermouth + dash of orange
**Effect: ** Bijou cocktail
Define granvas
granvas = Spanish term for charmant/tank produced sparkling wine
Name the tangerine based fruit liqueur produced in the country of South Africa.
Van der Hume
What is the principal grape varietal of the Macedonia region in Greece?
Xinomavro
T or F: Port is produced in white, red, and rosé styles.
True
regarding rosé style, must be produced by means of saignée
What heat source is utilized regarding ‘pot’ distillation?
Open flame
Name the communes of Pouilly Fuisse
-4-
Fuissé
Solutré-Pouilly
Vergisson
Chaintré
Anne Gros, Jean Grivot, and Meó Camuzet all produce wines in what commune of the Côte de Nuits?
commune of Vosne Romanee
What liqueur is used regarding the White Lady Cocktail?
Cointreau
Define macro, meso, and micro climates.
macro = defined climate of the region
meso = defined climate of the vineyard
micro = defined climate contained within the vine canopy
T or F: The PDO/OPE designation in the country of Greece is for traditional dry wines.
False
PDO/OPE is a designation for sweet wines in the country of Greece.
Name the five (5) regions of Champagne, north to south.
Montage de Reims
Vallée de la Marne
Côte des Blancs
Côte de Sezanne
Côtes des Bar
Name all nine (9) Grand Cru vineyards, from north to south, of Gevrey-Chambertin.
Ruchottes de Bas
Mazis
Clos de Bèze
La Chapelle
Griotte
La Chambertain
Charmes
Latricières
Mazoyères
Weissburgunder is a synonym for what grape varietal?
Pinot Blanc
Regarding viticulture, which happens first, flowering or budbreak?
budbreak
flowering
fruit set
veraison
harvest
Ausbruch is a ripeness classification that is used in what country?
Austria | is a ripeness level between Eiswein and Trockenbeerenauslese
What is the largest sub-zone of the Niederösterreich region of Austria?
Weinvertel DAC
Fruit spirits, other than the grape based Cognac and Armagnac, are called _____________________.
Eau de vie
What white grape varietals are allowed for the production of Chianti Classico DOCG wines?
white grape varietals are no longer allowed for the production of Chianti Classico
In what state is the Canberra District GI located?
New South Wales, Southern New South Wales zone
What is the minimum aging requirement for Gran Reserva tinto wines produced in the La Mancha DO?
total of 5 yrs. w/ 18 months in cask
What is the min. abv for 1er Cru white and red wines in the Côte Chalonnaise?
white = 11.5% abv
red = 11% abv
What two (2) AOP/AOC’s for rouge wine are defined by a single commune for production?
Rasteau unfortified rouge and Gigondas
In which Anbaugebiete are Kaiserstuhl and Stiergerwald lcoated?
Baden
Name seven (7) sub-zone AVA’s of Napa County.
16 total
Diamond Mountain
Rutherford
Carneros
Calistoga
Spring Mountain
Oak Knoll
Oakville
T or F: Clos Vougeot is the largest Grand Cru vineyard in the Côte d’ Or.
False
is Corton
Clos Vougeot is the largest Grand Cru of the Côte de Nuits
Define RM regarding labeling in Champagne,
RM = Recoltant Manipulant = grower produced Champagne
Define the labeling term of “Grand Cru” as applied to the wines of Saint-Émilion?
Grand Cru indicates a wine produced with lower grape yields, .5% higher abv, and longer aging
Define monopole
Monopole- indicates a vineyard that is entirely owned by an estate or family
What is the principal grape varietal of the Taurasi DOCG?
a. Sangiovese
b. Montepulciano
c. Aglianico
d. Grecanico
e. Nebbiola
c. Aglianico
In what country is the DAC classification used + name two (2) such designations + principal grape?
Austria, total of seven DAC designations, Weinvertel DAC for Grüner Veltliner and Mittelburgenland DAC for Blaufränkisch
What is the min. RS content, in g/L, required for the Sauternes AOP?
min. 221 g/L of RS
Define monopole as applied to the Burgundy region.
a vineyard site that is wholly owned by one domaine/individual
List the subregion of La Rioja.
-3-
Rioja Alta
Rioja Baja
Rioja Alavesa
How are tea, coffee, and beer similar?
all incorporate the use of hot water, otherwise known as brewing
Extra Reserve Madeira is aged for a minimum of how many years:
a. 3
b. 20
c. 10
d. 7
e. 15
e. 15
What type of alcoholic beverage is ‘Marc d’Alsace’?
Pommace spirit
As defined by the EU on the subject of de-alcoholization, what is the allowable adjustment threshold?As defined by the EU on the subject of de-alcoholization, what is the allowable adjustment threshold?
allow for an adjustment of 2%
What is the main grape for Cote Roannaise?
Gamay
The Vin de Table or Vin Ordinaires designation in France has been renamed as what in accordance with EU rules?
Vin de France | both vintage and grape varietal may now appear on the label
Define pièce
piece = traditional aging barrel utilized in the Burgundy region | 228 L | slightly larger than a Bordeaux Barrique
What are the two (2) single vineyard Champagnes produced by Krug?
Clos Ambonnay and Clos des Mesnil
Where is Luberon?
Southern edge of the Rhone Valley
What is the DOCG wine for the region of Basilicata?
Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, only red, must be 100% Aglianico
From what country is the VQA the governing body regarding wine production?
Canada
13º Baume = potential abv of approx. ________%.
12%
What wine would best pair with a slow smoked, juicy, moderate fat content brisket?
a. unoaked California chardonnay
b. dry rose
c. Amarone
d. Burgundy Grand cru
e. young Crozes-Hermitage
e. young Crozes-Hermitage
What are the four (4) lieux-dits of the Bourgogne AOP?
Montrecul
La Chapitre
Côtes St. Jacques
La Chapelle Notre Dame
Name the unofficial districts in Tasmania
-7-
Eastern
Northwest
Pipers River
Tamar Valley
Coal Rier Valley
Derwent Valley
South
Is Märzen the product of lager or ale fermentation?
lager fermentation
by tradition, brewed in March, ‘lagered’ (meaning what?)
is a principal beer in the festival of Octoberfest
What are the regional AOP’s of Burgundy?
Bourgogne
Coteaux Bourguignons
Bourgogne Aligoté
Bourgogne Passe-Tout-Grains
Bourgogne Mousseux
Crémant de Bourgogne
What is the defined soil profile of northern Beaujolais?
Granite
Schist
What country is the indigenous ‘home’ to Zinfandel?
Croatia
What term is used to indicate a sake that incorporates the use of distilled alcohol?
Honjozo
In what years did Prohibition take place in the US?
1920-1933
Name the 3rd Growths of the St.-Julien AOP.
Ch. Langoa-Barton and Ch. Lagrange
What are the two (2) most planted grape varietals, red and white, of the Bordeaux region?
Red- Merlot
White- Semillon
Where is Château Gazin located?
Pomerol AOP
What AOP is designated for the most stringent production of Calvados?
Calvados Pays d’Auge
from Pays d’Auge geographic area
pot still
double distillation
aged min. 2 yrs. in oak casks
What deep water current has a positive cooling influence regarding viticulture?
Humboldt current
The regions of Catamarca/Salta/La Rioja produce quality white wine from what grape varietal?
Torrontés
Criolla Chica X Muscat Alexandria = Torrontés
3 subvarieties of Torrontés Riojano/Sanjuanino/Mendocino
What is Gelber Muskateller?
Gelber Muskateller = Muscat Blanc à Petite Grains in the country of Austria
If a red wine is produced in the Entre-Deux-Mers AOP, how is the wine classified regarding the geography of Bordeaux?
Bordeaux or Bordeaux Superieur
What five (5) clear liquors are needed to craft a Long Island Ice Tea cocktail + citrus + sweetner?
Gin
Vodka
Tequila
Rum
Triple Sec
1 oz. Fresh lemon juice
1 oz Simple Syrup
What is the minimum aging requirement for Colheita Madeira?
Minimum 5 years
T or F: The Ucles DO is located in the Castilla La Mancha region of Spain.
True
is located in the northern section of the La Mancha DO
Name three (3) VDN wines + principal grape varietal.
Muscat de St. Jean Minervois AOP, Banyuls Grand Cru AOP (min. 75% Grenache), Muscat de Frontignan AOP
What is the northern most wine region of Chile?
Atacama
Where is the Seña vineyard located?
Aconcagua Valley
Iconic wine between Eduardo Chadwick (Errazuriz) and Robert Mondavi.
What is the principal grape varietal of the Ramandolo DOCG?
100% Verduzzo Friulano
T or F: The color of beer is the direct result of the type of hops used.
False
Color is the result of the degree of roasting as applied to malt
T or F: Wines produced in the Luyán de Cuyo DOC allow for blending.
False
must be 100% Malbec
What AOC/P is listed on the label of the following wines:
a. Bouchard “La Cabotte”
b. JL Chave “Offerus”
c. François Chidaine “Clos Baudoin”
d. Yves Cuilleron “Les Chaillets”
a. Bouchard “La Cabotte” - Burgundy Grand Cru AOP
b. JL Chave “Offerus”- Saint Joseph AOP
c. François Chidaine “Clos Baudoin” - Vouvray AOP
d. Yves Cuilleron “Les Chaillets”- Condrieu AOP
Wiener Gemischter Satz must be a blend of how many varietals?
min. of 3 white varietals
no varietal may compose more than 50% of the blend, with each varietal at a min. of 10% of the blend
T or F: Cuisine that is defined by salt is best paired with a wine that is high in acidity.
True
high acid wines aide to “taper” the salt profile
T or F: Red wines produced in the Côte Rôtie AOP can be blended with a max. of 20% Marsanne and/or Roussanne.
False
can only be blended with a max. 20% of Viognier)
Where are the oldest cultivated vines located in the Bordeaux region?
Bourg
Cotes de Bourg
The Margaret River GI is located in what Australian state?
Western Australia
What is the minimum permitted alcohol content for Austrian “Reserve” Qualitätswein?
13% abv
Where is Knight’s Valley located?
US, state of California, northern Sonoma County, east of the Alexander Valley AVA
T or F: The correct spirit in a French 75 cocktail is Cognac.
False
Gin
What two (2) spirits are used in the crafting of Vieux Carré cocktail?
Rye Whiskey
Cognac
What are the two (2) Grand Crus of Chambolle-Musigny?
Les Bonnes Mares
Le Musigny
What is the synonym for the Agiorghitiko red grape varietal?
St. George
Name the current head winemaker for the following Spanish estates.
a. Remelluri
b. Bodegas Mauro
c. Castro Ventosa
d. Dominio de Pingus
a. Remelluri- Telmo Rodriguez
b. Bodegas Mauro- Mariano Garcia (formerly Vega Sicilia)
c. Castro Ventosa- Raul Perez
d. Dominio de Pingus- Peter Sisseck
Wild Horse Valley AVA is located in what county?
a. El Dorado County
b. San Benito County
c. Napa County
d. Madera County
e. Monterey County
c. Napa County
The ‘Dark Ages’ of Prohibition lasted from ______ to ______
1920-1933
The Elba Aleatico Passito DOCG is located in what region of Italy + principal grape varietal?
country of Italy
region of Toscana
principal grape varietal of Aleatico
What is the capacity of a barrique?
225 L/approx. 60 gallons
Define ‘neat’ in terms of ‘industry speak’
‘neat’ = the presentation of a single spirit without the addition of any ice, garnish, or other ingredients
Known as ‘Green Grape’ is South Africa, otherwise know as ___________ in Bordeaux, France
Semillon
T or F: Château Trotteville is in the Pomerol AOP and Château Le Gay is in the St.-Èmilion AOP.
False
Château Trotteville = St.-Èmilion AOP
Château Le Gay = Pomerol AOP
What is the new sub-AVA regarding the Umpqua Valley?
Elkton, Oregon
What region is between Abruzzi to the north and Apulia to the south in the country of Italy?
Molise
What commune of the Haut-Médoc utilizes a higher percentage of Merlot regarding blending?
St-Estephe
What is the min. abv for all Beaujolais Cru AOP wines?
10.5% abv
What is a pipe (pronounced “pip”)?
Pipe-traditional Port aging and shipping cask
Douro Valley = 550L/143 gallons, Vila Nova de Gaia = 620L/161 gallons, shipping = 534.24L/139 gallons
What is the most planted grape varietal of Spain?
Airen
What was the 1st Vintage of Opus?
1979
What is the largest DO of Spain?
Castilla La Mancha
What is the required minimum abv regarding Canadian whisky?
Minimum abv: 40%
Which was not a 1st Growth in the 1855 Classification?
a. Chateau Lafite Rothschild
b. Chateau Mouton Rothschild
c. Chateau Haut Brion
d. Chateau Margaux
e. Chateau Latour
b. Chateau Mouton Rothschild was elevated in 1973
What producer is credited with producing the first Brunello di Montalcino?
Biondi Santi
The two (2) basic types of Scotch Whisky, from which all blends are made, are ______________________ and _______________________.
Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
Single Grain Scotch Whiskey
What is the max. RS content for wines labeled as ‘Classic’ in the country of Germany?
Classic
What is Vin Jaune? List the varietal, place, and style.
A wine made in the Jura exclusively from Savagnin that has been deliberatly oxidized for up to decades before its release.
Which of the following is a bittersweet liqueur:
a. St. Germain
b. Averna
c. Vermouth
d. Angostura
e. Combier
b. Averna
What is produced by Comte Georges de Vogüé?
outstanding blanc and rouge wines from Burgundy
specifically in the commune of Chambolle-Musigny
The _______________________ River flows through the region of Champagne.
Marne River
What type of wood is used to age Bourbon?
new, charred, American white oak barrels
Where is Noilly Prat produced?
(extra credit: What grape varietals are used to craft the base wines of Noilly Prat?)
Marseille, France
Picpoul and Clairette
The vin de cuvée is a reference to what?
1st press juice = 2,550 L/4,000 kg of grapes, region of Champagne
What is the defined soil profile of the Tavel AOP/AOC?
traditional galets stones + lauses, a white calcareous stone, thus chalk
Name the three (3) seas that border Greece.
north = none due to land
east = Aegean Sea
south = Mediterranean Sea
west = Ionian Sea
What IGP/VdP regional zone covers the entire Rhône region?
Comtés Rhodaniens
Name the four (4) defined wine regions (weinbaugebiete) of Austria.
Niederösterreich
Wien
Burgenland
Styria
with the exception of Wien, others have additional subzones
Define Edelfäule.
German term for noble rot or botrytis
What region in Italy is known for the production of Lambrusco?
Emilia-Romagna
What are the two (2) AOP’s for the Aligoté grape varietal in the Burgundy region?
Bourgogne Aligoté AOP and Bouzeron AOP | both must be 100% Aligoté
Define bâtonnage
French term for lees stirring
Name five (5) botanicals that are used to aromatize Gin
There are many
juniper berry
coriander
oris root
fennel
orange peel
lemon peel
anise
etc
What is the pot-still Gin produced by Fritz Maytag?
Junipero
The District of Elgin experiences 1502 degree days C (2735 days F) annually. According
to Winkler’s Scale, what climate region is Elgin within?
Region I
T or F: Nebbiolo is only grown in the region of Piemonte.
False
grown in the Lombardy region; used in the production of Valtellina Superiore/Sforzato della Superiore DOCG wines
Define namazake
style of sake that is unpasteurized
_____________________ is the only 3rd Growth estate regarding the commune of St. Estèphe.
Chateau Calon Segur
What brand label established the country of New Zealand as a producer of quality wine?
Cloudy Bay
Which AOP does not produce a rosé style wine:
a. Gigondas
b. Chateauneuf-du-Pape
c. Tavel
d. Bourgueil
e. Crémant d’ Alsace
b. Chateauneuf-du-Pape
How many ounces are in a twenty-four (24) pack of ‘long neck’ beers?
12 oz. X 24 = 288 ounces
T or F: Alcohol boils at 170° in the process of distillation.
False
173º at sea level
What are the two (2) DOCG’s of Soave?
Soave Superiore DOCG | Recioto di Soave DOCG)
What is the Berieche of the Ahr?
-1-
Walporzheim-Ahrtal
What Rhône producer crafts wine from most, if not all, primary AOP/AOC’s with an emphasis on ‘vieilles vignes’?
Tardieu-Laurent
What is the minimum abv for all Chilean wine?
11.5%
What two (2) liqueurs are used to craft a Last Word cocktail?
Maraschino
Green Chartreuse
What three (3) village communes are located to the west of Volnay?
Monthelie
Auxey Duresses
St-Romain
Where is Santa Maddalena and what is made there?
Alto Adige
Reds from Schiava
What is the most planted red grape varietal in South Africa?
Cabernet Sauvignon
_______________ Tequilas are aged for a maximum of three (3) years.
Anejo
What commune in Bordeaux has the highest number of rated château?
Commune of Margaux at 21
What German anbaugebiet border the Alsace region to the northeast and east?
northeast = Pfalz
east = Baden
T or F: Stouts are the product of lager fermentation.
False
Stouts are the product of ale/top fermentation
What is the min. required percentage of Sangiovese regarding Carmignano DOCG wines?
50%
How many total 5th Growth wines are in the 1855 classification?
eighteen (18)
Haut-Médoc AOP = 3
St.-Estèphe AOP = 1
Pauillac AOP = 12
St. Julien AOP = 0
Margaux AOP = 2
What Italian regions do not have any defined DOCG wines?
Regions of:
Valle d’ Aosta
Liguria
Trentino-Alto Adige
Molise
Calabria
Name the largest landowners in the following vineyards:
a. Musigny
b. Grands Echézeaux
c. Clavoillon
d. Richebourg
e. Bougros
a. Musigny - Comte Georges de Vogue 7 hectares
b. Grands Echézeaux- Domaine de la Romanee Conti
c. Clavoillon- Domaine Leflaive
d. Richebourg- Domaine de la Romanee Conti
e. Bougros- William Fevre
T or F: The base liquor of a Harvey Wall Banger cocktail is Gin.
False
Vodka | this cocktail is in the same vain as a Screw Driver, except, add a float of Galliano
Define ripeness as applied to viticulture.
sunshine derived sugar levels
What are the five (5) village AOP’s regarding the Mâconnais region?
Pouilly-Fuissé
Pouilly-Loché
Pouilly-Vinzelles
St-Verand
Viré-Clessé
What is the DOCG classed wine for the Lazio region + principal grape varietal?
Cesanese del Piglio @ min. 90% Cesanese
What is the world’s northern most wine region that produces red wine + principal grape varietal?
Germany
Ahr anbaugebiet, Pinot Noir, 80%+ production is red wine
Define Junmai Daiginjo
Rice sake produced from koji/water/rice with a 50% reduction of rice due to polishing.
Fine quality Grenadine is produced from what fruit?
Pomengranate
List the subzones of Valtellina.
-5-
Valgella
Inferno
Grumello
Sassella
Maroggia
What is the wine produced by Tenuta Dell’Ornellaia that is 100% Merlot?
Masetto | 1st vintage = 1986 | fruit is sourced from a 7ha/17 acres vineyard of the same name
What is the minimum aging + abv for Tinto Nobre wines produced in the country of Portugal?
Tinto Nobre = min. 36 months aging
min. abv = 12%
T or F: The Graves de Vayres AOP is located in the Graves region.
False
is located in Entre-Deux-Mers
What is setubal’s main grape and style of wine?
Muscat
Fortified Sweet Wines
What is the primary alcohol of beer, wine, and spirits?
ethanol
Which was the best vintage for the Cote de Nuits?
1988, 1996, 2001, 2005
2005
What is Poire William?
eau-de-vie produced from pear
specifically Bartlett pears
What AOP/AOC’s of the Central Vineyards produce blanc, rosé, and rouge wines?
AOP/AOC’s :
Orléans
Coteaux du Giennois
Sancerre
Mentou Salon
Reuilly
What is the minimum aging requirement for VSOP Armagnac?
4-9 years
Grapes grown in Châteauneuf-du-Pape are harvested in what manner?
By hand
What grape varietals are allowed for the production of Crémant de Bordeaux?
principal white/red varietals of the Médoc
additional white varietals of
Merlot Blanc
Colombard
Ugni Blanc
What is the term for aged sake?
Koshu
The wines of Bourg and Blaye are produced in what style: dry, sweet, or both?
Dry white and red wines
Name all of the AVA’s located in Santa Barbara County.
Santa Maria
Santa Ynez
Sta Rita Hills
Happy Canyon
Ballard Canyon 2013
Amer Picon is produced in the country of _______________.
France
What grape varietal is used to produce fortified “Tokay” in the Rutherglen GI?
Muscadelle … labeling term of “tokay” is to be replaced with the term “topaque”)
T or F: The region of Graves allows for the production of dry white, dry red, and sweet white.
True
Graves AOP = dry white/dry red
Graves Supérieures = sweet white
What is the minimum percentage of red Grenache allowed for the rosé wines of the Tavel AOP?
min. 30% Grenache
Name 4 Grand Cru in Montagne de Reims
-9-
Verzy
Verzenay
Bouzy
Beaumont-sur-Vesle
Ambonnay
Mailly
Puisieux
Sillery
Louvois
What cold current from Antarctica provides a cooling influence along the western coast of South Africa + what oceans border South Africa to the west and south?
Benguela Current, west = Atlantic Ocean, south = Indian Ocean
What is the French term for ‘micro-oxygenation’?
micro-bullage
Name all of the 2nd Growth estates in the commune of Pauillac.
Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron
Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
What is the principal grape varietal of the Calabria region?
Gaglioppo
What are the two principal grapes of Suvereto Rosso?
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
What is koji?
mold that is used in the production of sake; scientific name of aspergillus oryzae
Define soutirage
French term; process of “racking” wine off of macro lees sediment
What are the DO’s of the Murcia region?
country of Spain
N to S
Yecla DO
Jumilla DO
Bullas DO
Define tirage?
French term for bottling
What is Cotnari + location of production + principal grape(s)?
dry or sweet white wine
country of Romania
Grasa di Cotnari
Define MOG
MOG = ‘material other than grapes’
What are the defined Zones of the Queensland?
trick question
currently, the state of Queensland does not have any defined zones
only two (2) defined GI’s of South Burnett and Granite Belt
Who produces “The Oracle”?
Miner Family Vineyards
Regarding min. abv, Petit Chablis AOP = _____%, Chablis AOP = _____%, 1er Cru AOP = _____%, and Grand Cru AOP = _____%.
Petit Chablis= 9.5%
Chablis AOP= 10%
1erCru AOP= 10.5%
Grand Cru AOP= 11%
What is the main grape of Bairrada?
Baga
What is the aging requirement for the following Spanish labeling terms regarding quality wines?
Noble
Anejo
Viejo
Noble= 18 months
Anejo= 24 months
Viejo= 36 months
The process combining hot water with a cereal grain is referred to as what?
Mashing
What is/are the defined GI(‘s) of the Far North Zone?
Southern Flinders Rangers
What is debourbage?
Settling of the must
Define MCC
MCC= Method Cap Classique
What Scotch region produces spirits that are suitable as an aperitif?
Lowlands
Mezcal is produced in the state of ______________ and is produced from ______________.
Oaxaca
maguey
T or F: Sparkling wines produced by tank method/Charmat can be labeled as Cava in the country of Spain.
False
Cava is the product of secondary fermentation
What are the five (5) rated château of the St.-Estèphe AOP?
Château Calon-Ségur
Chateau Montrose
Chateau Lafon-Rochet
Chateau Cos Labory
Chateau Cos d’ Estournel
Define castas.
Portuguese term for grape varietal
T or F: Klein Karoo is a district geographic designation in South Africa.
False
Klein Karoo is one of six (6) defined regions as per WO regulations
In the simplest of terms, what is the definition of wine?
The product of fermented grape juice
What are the three (3) prestige cuvées produced by the house of Bollinger?
R.D.
Grand Année -wine is corked sealed rather than crown capped while aging, is also hand riddled
Vielles Vignes Francaises- ungrafted vines, 100% PN, vines are planted on individual vertical stakes
The round “pudding stones” of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOP are referred to as _____________________.
Galets
What is Côt?
A synonym for the grape varietal Malbec
What AOP in Alsace allows for the use of both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay?
Crémant d’ Alsace
Name the two (2) principal chalk profiles of the Champagne region.
Belemnite and Micraster chalk
In what year was the Pessac-Léognan AOP ratified?
1987
Which of the following is not an Anbaugebiet in the country of Germany?
a. Mosel
b. Mittelburgenland
c. Rheingau
d. Pfalz
e. Ahr
b. Mittelburgenland - is a region in Austria and a DAC for Blaufrankisch
In what county is the Rockpile AVA located?
State of California, northern Sonoma County, subzone of the Dry Creek Valley AVA
_____________________ and _____________________ are the dominant soil profiles of the Chablis AOP
Kimmeridgian and Portlandian
Identify the grape varietals for the following synonyms as used on the island of Sicily.
Calabrese
Ansonica
Cometa
Zibbibo
Calabrese- Nero d’Avola
Ansonica- Inzolia
Cometa- Fiano
Zibbibo- Muscat d’Alexandria
T or F: Roussette is a synonym for the grape varietal Roussanne.
False
is a synonym for the grape varietal Altesse, principal grape in the Savoie region
By law, what is the minimum abv for all wines produced in Chile?
11.5%
In the simplest of terms, what is the difference between ‘whole cluster’ and ‘whole berry’ fermentation?
‘whole cluster’ = with stems
‘whole berry’ = without stems
What country and geographic designation has the eastern most vines in the world?
Country of New Zealand, north island, region of Gisborne
How are the soil profiles of Alsace and Portugal similar?
both have defined soil profiles of both granite and schist
What was the first established OPAP wine of Greece?
region of Macedonia, Náoussa OPAP, est. in 1971, principal grape of Xinomavro, also home to Boutari
Define Erste Lage
wine designation used in Germany; est. by VDP; Erste Lage = “first site”; classification for dry (Grosses Gewächs) and sweet wines
Between what two (2) cities is the northern Rhône located?
north = Vienne
south = Valence
In what year was the first official classification regarding the vineyards of Burgundy?
1861
Name the three (3) sub-regions of Armagnac.
west to east
Bas Armagnac
Tenaréze
Haut Armagnac
In what commune is the 1er Cru vineyard Les Saint Georges located?
commune of Nuits-St-Georges
If a 1.5 L of New Amsterdam Gin is priced at $18.00, what would be your baseline cost for a 3 oz. pour for crafting a Gin martini?
50.7 fluid ounces in a 1.5 L
18 / 50.7 = .355 X 3 = $1.065 for a 3 oz. pour
What are the three (3) principal soil profiles of Sherry?
Albariza
Barros
Arenas
There are two (2) AOP’s in the Bordeaux region that can use the designation of “Haut-Benauge”, name each.
Bordeaux
Entre-Deux-Mers
What is/are the allowable grape varietal(s) regarding rouge wine produced in the Madiran AOP?
min. 50% Tannat + CAB/CAB FR/Fer
What is the principal grape varietal of the Vallée de la Marne region in Champagne?
Pinot Meunier
What is the unofficial “8th” Grand Cru of the Chablis region?
La Moutonne
monopole of Dom. Long-Depaquit
between the climates of Les Preuses and Vaudésir
T or F: Lambic beers are the product of spontaneous fermentation.
True
product of wild yeast fermentation; dry, vinous, cidery, with a sour aftertaste
What are the most planted grape varietals of Sur region?
Pais
Muscat of Alexandria
In what country of ‘Ketel One’ vodka produced?
Holland
Rülander is a synonym for which of the following grape varietals.
a. Pinot Blanc
b. Pinot Noir
c. Pinot Auxerrois
d. Pinot Gris
e. Pinot Meunier
d. Pinot Gris
Wines crafted for use in multi-vintage Champagne must be aged “on the lees” for ______ months
12
Who produces the proprietary blend “Papillion”?
Orin Swift
Who produces “Terre Rouge”?
Bill Easton | iconic producer of Zinfandel + “Rhône” style white & red wines
What is the base spirit of a Madras cocktail + the two (2) citrus juices?
base spirit of Vodka + cranberry and orange juice
What are the three (3) principal grape varietals for the production of red wine in the region of Apulia?
Uva di Troia
Negroamaro
Primitivo
Define élevage
French term meaning to “breed” or “rear”, most commonly associated with barrel aging
What is the southern most district of South Africa?
Cape Agulas
Château Dauzac is a _______ Growth in the _______________ AOP, Château Lafon Rochet is a _______ Growth in the _______________ AOP, Château Léoville-Barton is a _______ Growth in the _______________ AOP, Château Duhart-Milon is a _______ Growth in the _______________ AOP, and Château La Lagune is a ______ Growth in the _______________ AOP.
Dauzac- 5th Growth in Margaux
Lafon Rochet- 4th Growth in St Estephe
Leoville Barton- 2nd Growth in St Julien
Duhart Milon- 4th Growth in Pauillac
La Lagune- 3rd Growth in Haut Medoc
The Swan Hill GI is shared between the states of _____________________ and ____________________, while the Swan District GI is in the state of _____________________.
New South Whales and Victoria
Western Australia
Define aspersion
viticulture practice in Champagne, involves spraying vines with water to enclose in a thin sheet of ice to protect from extreme cold
What four (4) sub-regional AOP’s may append their name to the Côtes de Bordeaux AOP?
Blaye
Castillon
Franc
Cadillac
How do traditional patamares and socalcos differ, and with what winegrowing region are they associated?
Socalcos have high stone walls and a flat vineyard surface- very pricy to renovate, best to prevent erosion
Patamares do not have a wall but an earth bank- more economical, terrible for errosion
Duoro region of Portugal
What country produces the local specialty beer known as Kölsch?
Cologne, Germany
ale fermentation + cold storage
Which of the following is not a process regarding the production of Champagne?
a. remuage
b. dosage
c. remontage
d. degorgment
e. tirage
c. remontage
French term for “over-pumping” as applied to red wine fermentation
T or F: Cencibel is a synonym for the grape varietal Garnacha.
False
Cencibel is a synonym for the grape varietal Tempranillo, specifically the La Mancha DO
A Reserve Tawny Port is aged a minimum of how many years?
a. 10
b. 6
c. 4
d. 7
e. 2
d. 7
How do the Médoc/Haut-Médoc AOP and Graves AOP differ?
Médoc = dry red wine only
Graves = dry white/dry red/sweet white wines
What are the three (3) different classifications for sparkling wines produced in France regarding geographic designation?
Vins Mousseux = entire country of France
Crémant = regional
Champagne = singular, defined AOP/AOC
Define pigeage
French term for “cap plunging” as applied to red wine fermentation
What are the two (2) VDN AOP’s for the Southern Rhône?
Rasteau AOP
Muscat de Beaumes de Venise
Name the three (3) ‘by products’ of fermentation.
Heat
Ethanol
CO2
What is the only PDO/OPAP in Greece for the production of rosé + principal grape varietal?
country of Greece, Macedonia region, Amyntio PDO/OPAP, grape varietal of Xinomavro
T or F: Spirits are the product of a distilled fermented liquid.
True
Sprits are the product of grapes, other fruits, or cereal grains
How many Grand Cru vineyards are located in the village commune of Beaune?
zero
What is the only Spanish DO that defines a style of wine rather than a geographic place?
Cava DO
The principal grape varietals for red wine production in the Priorato DOCa are what?
a. Garnacha and Syrah
b. Garnacha and Tempranillo
c. Garnacha and Monastrell
d. Garnacha and Samso
e. Garnacha and Malbec
d. Garnacha and Samso (samso= synonym for Carignan)
Les Vergers is a 1er Cru in what village commune?
Chassagne-Montrachet
Define Garrafeira as applied to still red/white/rosé wines of Portugal.
labeling term that can be used with both IGP and DOP wines
indicates a minimum period of aging
tinto (red) = 30 months (12 in bottle)
branco (white) = 12 months (6 in bottle)
rosado (rosé) = 12 months (6 in bottle)
What are the three (3) district’s of the Olifants River region?
Lutzville Valley
Citrusdal Mountain
Citrusdal Valley
What AOP in France has the highest required minimum abv?
Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOP @ 12.5% min. abv
What is the smallest Grand Cru vineyard for whites in the Côte de Beaune?
Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet at 1.57 ha/3.9 acres
Cause: Tequila + Pineapple juice + lime juice
**Effect: **Matador cocktail
What bodies of water surround the country of New Zealand?
Tasman Sea and the South Pacific Ocean
List the 2 sub-regions of Rapel Valley
Valle del Cachapoal DO
Valle del Colchagua
What is the minimum abv for French VDN?
15% abv
What is the base liquor of a Blood and Sand cocktail?
Blended Scotch
What is Cachaca?
spirit produced from sugar cane juice … product of Brazil
Regarding eau-du-vie, _____________________ is produced from apples, ____________________ from plums, and ____________________ from raspberries.
Calvados
Mirabelle/Slivovitz/Quetsch/Prunelle
Framboise
Awatere Valley is a subzone of what region in New Zealand?
south island, region of Marlborough | SAUV BL most planted varietal | important sub-zones of Awatere/Wairau/Waihopai
Swartland is classified at what geographic designation in the country of South Africa?
a. Ward
b. Region
c. District
d. Geographic Unit
e. Single Vineyard
c. District (Inside of the coastal region)
What is the gale force wind that has a damaging effect regarding the vines of Argentina?
Cape Zonda
Arrange the following, in order, from the largest to smallest regarding geographic designation:
Cederberg
Western Cape
Paarl
Klein Karoo
Western Cape
Klein Karoo
Paarl
Cederberg
Where is Coteaux de Pierrevert?
Southern Rhone
What is the base spirit of a Japanese Cocktail?
French Cognac
T or F: The Canon-Fronsac AOP is located on the “left” bank of Bordeaux.
False
located on the “right” bank in the Bordeaux region
T or F: Cachaca is produced from molasses.
False
is produced from a base of sugarcane … rum = molasses
Which region does not have a defined DOCG wine:
a. Sicily
b. Marches
c. Latium
d. Calabria
e. Campania
d. Calabria
Which is smaller in terms of ‘land under vine’, Cornas or Hermitage?
Cornas AOP/AOC @ 128 ha
What is Cynar and who is the producer?
bittersweet liqueur
principal flavoring artichoke
produced by Campari
What two (2) village communes in the Côte de Beaune do not have any 1er Cru vineyards?
Chorey les Beaunes
St-Romain
What is the ‘prestige’ red blend produced by Craggy Range?
Sophia
T or F: The Côtes de Blaye AOP is for the production of red, dry whites, and semi-sweet whites.
False
Cotes de Blaye is dry white only, principal grapes of 60 – 90% combined Colombard/Ugni Blanc + Sauvignon Blanc/Sauvignon Gris/Sémillon/Muscadelle
Name three (3) sub-zones of the Lodi AVA
7 Total
Sloughhouse
Cosumnes River
Alta Mesa
Borden Ranch
Jahant
Mokelumne River
Clements Hills
What “other” grapes are allowed for blending regarding all Beaujolais Cru AOP wines?
Aligoté
Melon de Bourgogne
Chardonnay
Who is the sole owner of ‘Clos St Hune’?
Trimbach
Define spirit
spirit = the product of the distillation of a fermented beverage
What is the best wine pairing regarding olive tapenade?
Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, South African SAUV BL, Spanish Cava | of course are others
How many Grand Cru vineyards are in the Côte de Nuits?
24
T or F: The use of hybrid grapes is allowed in the country of Chile regarding the production of wine.
False
only allow for the use vitis vinifera
When does the process of fortification take place regarding the production of Sherry?
After fermentation … to allow flor or not? … Fino or Oloroso? … 15 - 15.5% max. abv regarding FLOR
What is the allowable margin (+ or -) regarding the stated abv on a US wine label?
+/- 1.5%
What is the base spirit of Angostura Bitters?
rum
What is the principal grape regarding the production of vin jaune?
Savagnin
Name the four (4) traditional grape varietals used for the production of red Rioja DOCa wines.
Tempranillo
Garnacha
Mazuelo
Graciano
What and where is Auchentoshan produced?
country of Scotland
region of Lowlands
are tripled distilled
no use of peat
light/delicate Single Malts
In what commune is the Clos de Ormes Ier Cru vineyard located?
commune of Morey St. Denis
T or F: The island of Tasmania has the warmest climate regarding the country of Australia.
False
( is surrounded on all sides by water | has a defined cool climate)
What is the 4th Growth of the Haut-Médoc?
Chatea La Tour Carnet
In what region of Italy is the Erbaluce di Caluso DOCG wine produced?
Piemonte; produced in still/spumante/passito styles; 100% Erbaluce
The 1er Cru vineyard of les Grand Epenots is found in what village commune?
commune of Pommard
What DO is directly east of the Rioja DOCa?
Navarra DO
What two (2) rivers border Entre-Deux-Mers to the east and west?
Dordogne River to the east and Garonne River to the west
What is the most planted grape varietal in the Nelson region?
Sauvignon Blanc
What are the principal grape varietals of the Colares DOP regarding red and white wine production?
Red= Ramisco
White= Malvasia
Define rancio:
rancio = wine that is subjected to ‘madeirazation’ by means of oxygen and/or heat | extreme flavors of nutty, fruit, and ‘cooked’
Ales are _______________ fermenting and are the product of a warm/cool and slow/fast (circle one for each) fermentation process.
Top Fermenting
warm
fast
If a grape varietal is stated on a label in South Africa, what is the required minimum percentage?
85% of the stated cultivar
Name the six (6) EU defined designations, from driest to sweetest, regarding sparkling wine/Champagne.
Extra Brut
Brut
Extra Dry
Sec
Demi-Sec
Doux
What is the synonym for the grape varietal Muscat Blanc à Petit Grain in South Africa?
Muscat de Frontignan
Gran Reserva Cava is aged for how many months?
a. 9 months
b. 30 months
c. 15 months
d. 62 months
e. 36 months
b. 30 months
What German anbaugebiete has the most acres planted to Riesling?
a. Pfalz
b. Mosel
c. Rheinhessen
d. Nahe
e. Rheingau
e. Rheingau
Name two (2) DAC designations in the country of Austria, plus the allowed principal grape varietals?
Currently, are a total of eight (9)
Weinvertel DAC = Grüner Veltliner
Eisenberg DAC = Blaufränkisch
What is kalkstein?
German term for limestone
Cause: Rye whiskey + Campari + Dry Vermouth
Effect: Old Pal
Who produces Monfortino?
Giacomo Conterno
only produced in exceptional vintages
extended aging
‘classic’ Barolo!
1st vintage = 1920
T or F: The Haut-Médoc allows for the production of white wine.
False
is an AOP for the production of red wine
The PDO/OPAP’s of Nemea, Patra, and Mantinia are located in the region of:
a. Aegean Islands
b. Ionian Islands
c. Peloponnese
d. Macedonia
e. Crete
c. Peloponnese
What village commune in the Côte d’ Or has the most 1er Cru vineyards + total number?
Chassagne-Montrachet
1er Cru vineyards = 52
Why has sake historically been sold in bottles that are evenly divisible by 180 ml?
Sake is sold in volume units divisible by 180 mL (a gō), the traditional Japanese unit for cup size:
What is the principal grape varietal regarding the AOP’s of St. Nicholas-Bourgueil, Bourgueil, and Chinon in the Touraine region?
Cabernet Franc + max. 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Who produces ‘Viñedo Chadwick’?
Vina Errazuriz
What village commune has the most Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte de Nuit?
Gevery-Chambertain with a total of nine (9) Grand Cru vineyards; Mazoyères and Charmes are often combined
What color of Chartreuse has the higher proof, yellow or green?
green @ 110 proof @ 55% abv
yellow @ 80 proof @ 40% abv
Define Branco.
Portuguese term for white wine
What is the first vintage of Penfold’s Grange?
1951
Experiment by Max Schubert
Weisser and Johannisberg are synonyms for the grape varietal _____________________.
Riesling
What is the only region in France that allows for the grape varietal of Riesling regarding wine production?
Alsace
What is the minimum acquired abv for VDN produced in the Southern Rhône?
Minimum 15%
Which of the following is not a Vin Doux Natural?
a. Muscat de Saint Jean Minervois
b. Ratafia
c. Banyuls
d. Maury
e. Muscat de Frontignan
b. Ratafia is a Vin doux Liquer produced in either Champagne or Burgundy
Name all of the “classic” vintages for the Bordeaux region for 1980 to the present.
1982
1985
1986
1988
1989
1990
1995
1996
1998- right bank only
2000
2001
2003
2005
2007
2009
Italy is divided into _______________ wine regions, with _____________________ being the smallest.
Twenty
Valle d’Aosta
What is the principal grape varietal of the Côtes du Forez AOP?
Rosé/Red from 100% Gamay … no whites are produced
What country produces Poitín?
Ireland
a spirit produced from grain, sugar beets, potatoes, or whey
T or F: Old Overholt is a Tennessee Whiskey
False
is a Rye whiskey | are only three (3) Tennessee Whiskey producers of Jack Daniels, George Dickel, and Pritchard’s
What country exports the most beer?
Mexico
T or F: The Côtes de Blaye AOP is for the production of only white wine.
True
min. 60 – 90% Colombard + Ugni Blanc regarding blending
Cause: Vodka + Cranberry juice + Grapefruit juice
Effect: Sea Breeze
Define Bucelas
Bucelas = defined DOP in the Lisboa IGP, country of Portugal
styles = branco and branco espumante
principal castas = Arinto
Name three (3) wine producers in Sonoma County
Siduri
Copain
Seghesio
What four (4) styles of Port will have a harvest date stated on the label?
Vintage
Single Quinta
LBV
Colheita
**Cause: ** Champagne + Guiness Stout
Effect: Black Velvet
How do “brown” spirits, such as Scotch, Bourbon, or Cognac, attain color?
aging in wood barrel
when permitted by law, the addition of caramel coloring
What is the principal soil profile of the Priorat DOCa?
Licorella
mixture of black slate, mica, quartzite
T or F: Scotch produced in the region of Islay has a mild aroma of peat, iodine, and smoke.
False
has a defined aroma
flavor of peat
toasted sea weed
”campfire”
smoke
band aid”
What is Quercus Alba?
Common North American species of white oak
Which of the following is not a synonym for the grape varietal Cabernet Franc?
a. Breton
b. Bouchet
c. Bouchy
d. Carmenet
e. Pressac
e. Pressac
This is a synonym for Malbec on the right bank of Bordeaux
T or F: Tennessee Whiskey can be produced anywhere in the US.
False
By law, it must be produced in the state of Tennessee; use of Maplewood charcoal for filtering
In what country is Advocaat produced?
Denmark
mixture of brandy
sugar
eggs
similar texture to eggnog
T or F: The Blaye-Côtes de Bordeaux AOP is for the production of white and red wine.
True
Define tirage
French term for bottling
In what county is the Paso Robles AVA?
a. Lake County
b. Amador County
c. San Luis Obispo County
d. Napa County
e. San Benito County
c. San Luis Obispo County
T or F: Cognac and Armagnac continue to refine with age once bottled.
False
Once bottled, neither will continue to refine
What are the five (5) communes of the Sauternes AOP?
Barsac
Preignac
Bomme
Fargues
Sauternes
Name the DOCG wine for the region of Abruzzo, plus the principal grape varietal.
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane
min. 90% Montepulciano max: 10% Sangiovese
What wine producing country is the farthest east and south in the world?
New Zealand
What is the geographic designation for Franschhoek Valley?
District
former ward of the Paarl district
Name five (5) producers of quality Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough, NZ
Nautilus
Dog Point
Greywacke
Love Block
Cloudy Bay
What is the only officially recognized GI regarding the island of Tasmania?
Tasmania GI
What is the lowest temperature that will allow for growth of the vine?
50oF
How many total defined AOP/AOC’s for wine production are within the Alsace region?
55
Alsace/ Vin d’Alsace
Cotes de Toul
Crémant d’Alsace
Moselle
51 Grand Cru
What is the primary source of starch for the production of beer?
cereal grains | barley – wheat – oats – rice – corn – rye
Define alte reben.
Austrian labeling term, used to indicate “old vines
Which two Left Bank Bordeaux vintages from the ‘80s fetch the highest auction prices?
1982
1985
Where are the DOC’s of Copertino/Leverano/Salice Salentino/Squinzano located?
Apuglia, Italy
Which of the following is not a GI in the country of Australia?
a. Waipara
b. Yarra Valley
c. Hunter Valley
d. Coonawarra
e. Manjimup
a. Waipara- New Zealand south Island, subzone of Canterbury region
Beer is the product of a sugar rich liquid, derived from grain, called _______________.
wort
The French synonym for the grape varietal Trebbiano is _____________________.
Ugni Blanc
What do the following have in common:
Roaix
Plan de Dieu
Chusclan?
each is a village that is allowed to append to the Côtes-du-Rhône AOP/AOC
Define boulbenes.
defined soil profile of the Graves region
combination of
clay + sand + gravel
Who produces ‘La Chapelle’?
Paul Jaboulet | truly an ‘iconic’ Hermitage AOP/AOC wine
What county in California has the longest growing season?
Santa Barbara County
What AVA in Napa is defined by it’s elevation?
Howell Mountain
1600-2300ft above sea level
What quality einzellage is associated with the village of Kiedrich + recognized producer?
Grafenberg
Robert Weil
Where is King Valley located?
country of Australia
state of Victoria
North East Victoria zone
What is the minimum aging requirement regarding Calvados?
2 years
Where is Yorkville Highlands AVA?
Mendocino County
What is the most prolific wine region of Italy?
Veneto
T or F: The Beaune AOP, Côte de Beaune AOP, and Côte de Beaune-Village AOP each produce red and white wines.
False
Côte de Beaune-Village AOP only produces red
What does “Meio Seco” indicate and in what country would a wine be so labeled?
Medium dry or halbtrocken
Madeira-Portugal
Who produces Louis XIII Cognac?
Remy Martin
The Torrontes grape varietal is a “cross” of _______________ X _______________.
Criolla Chica x Muscat d’Alexandria
The grape varietal Chenin Blanc is known by the synonym of _____________________ in South Africa.
Steen
What are the northern most anbaugebite of Germany?
Saale Unstrut and Sachsen
What is Gonc?
Gonc- is a basket used for collecting Aszu berries for Tokaji. It holds roughly 25kg of grapes
Foods/cuisine that have a defined bitter flavor (grilled/blackened/charred) are best paired with what styles of wine?
Wines with defined tannin.
What are the “other” white grapes of the Bordeaux region?
Merlot Blanc
Mauzac
Ondenc
Colombard
Ugni Blanc
What is the best description regarding the climate of South Africa?
combination of Maritime and Mediterranean climates
T or F: The white wines of the Côtes de Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire AOP are produced in dry/semi-sweet/sweet styles + dry red.
False
allows for
dry
semi-sweet
sweet wines,
however, no red
What geographic unit only has one (1) defined ward?
Eastern Cape
St Francis ward
What is the capacity of a pièce?
is the traditional aging barrel of Burgundy … 228 L
What six (6) village communes are south of Volnay?
Meursault
Blagny
Puligny-Montrachet
St. Aubin
Chassagne-Montrachet
Santenay
What is the southern most wine region of Chile + principal grape varietal(s)?
Malleco, grape varietals of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
How many Grand Cru vineyards are in the commune of Gevrey-Chambertin?
9
What are the four (4) noble grapes used regarding the production of Madeira?
Driest to sweetest style = Sercial – Verdelho – Bual – Malmsey
What is the smallest defined wine region on the south island of New Zealand?
Nelson
What Anbaugebiet has the warmest climate in Germany?
Pfalz
What positive effects does the ‘Mitsral’ have on the vines of northern Rhône?
provides a drying effect preventing mold and mildew
What is the largest bottle size of Champagne?
Nebuchadnezzar
15L
What is the proper method to store spirits?
‘up right’ in an area of reasonable moderate temperature
‘laying down’ will eventually cause any bottle that has a corked ‘stopper’ to degrade
What is the volume of a ‘5th’?
In general terms, 750 mls
Precisely, however, is 757 mls
What three (3) grapes are allowed for the white wine of the Lyonnais AOP?
Aligoté
Pinot Blanc
Chardonnay
How many liters/bottles are in a Jeroboam?
Jerobaum
3 Liters = 4 bottles
List the varietal and style of wine in the Jurancon.
Petit Manseng is best used for sweet (passerillage) wines.
Gros Manseng is Best for Jurancon Sec dry wines.
Courbu, Camaralet and Lauzet are secondary varietals that are blended.
What two (2) liqueurs are used in the crafting of an Aviation cocktail?
Maraschino and Crème de Violette
T or F: Vodka must be produced from cereal grains.
False
vodka can be the product of any base that has fermentable sugar
What subzone of the Côtes de Bordeaux AOP produces dry white, liquoreaux, and dry red wines?
Francs
Where is the Ajaccio AOP located + principal grape(s)?
country of France
island of Corsica
red = Sciaccarello
white = Vermentino
What is the term for aged Sake?
Koshu
What and where is Montmains?
country of France, region of Burgundy, Chablis, 1er AOP
What is the base spirit of the following cocktails:
a. Sidecar
b. Mojito
c. Gibson
d. Moscow Mule
e. Rob Roy
a. Sidecar- Brandy/Cognac
b. Mojito- Rum
c. Gibson- Gin
d. Moscow Mule- Vodka
e. Rob Roy- Blended Scotch
What einzellagen are associated with Maximin Grünhaus?
einzellagen of
Bruderberg | Abtsberg | Herrenberg
located within the Ruwer Bereiche
What is the 2nd largest weinbaugebiete in the country of Austria?
Burgenland
**Cause: ** Vodka + Cranberry juice + Orange juice
**Effect: ** Madras
The northern most wine region of France is the _____________________ AOP.
Alsace
note: can also make an argument for the Champagne AOP
What three (3) villages can append their name to the Maranges AOP?
Dezize
Cheilly
Sampigny
Which is the larger body of land, the South Island or the North Island of New Zealand?
South Island
Name the 3 primary soils of Sherry
Albariza- white soils
Barro- clay soils
Arenas- sandy soils
T or F: The Central Valley is a sub-zone of the Central Coast AVA.
False
It is neither an AVA or subzone
What is the term for “fully sparkling” in French?
Mousseux
What is the principal grape varietal of the Wairarapa region in New Zealand?
a. Chardonnay
b. Pinot Gris
c. Pinot Noir
d. Pinot Blanc
e. Sauvignon Blanc
c. Pinot Noir
What are anthocyanins?
are water-soluble vacuolar pigments that may appear red, purple, or blue depending on the pH.
What location in the Rheingau is responsible for the “discovery” of Spätlese harvesting + in what year?
Schloss Johannisberg
1775
Define schloss
German term for castle
What quality einzellage(n) is associated with Mertesdorf in the Ruwer?
Bruderberg
Abtsberg
Herrenberg
What is/are the defined bereich(e) of the Nahe?
Nahetal
it is the only Bereich
What anbaugebiet is planted to most of the Schwarzriesling and Lemberger in the country of Germany?
Württemberg
What ‘classic’ Italian varietal is grown in the Pfalz?
Sangiovese
What is the capacity of a gönc + location where commonly used?
136 L
traditional aging barrel used with Tokaj
Who produces “Maestro Raro” + style + utilized varietals?
Felsina
secco rosso
100% CAB
What two (2) grape varietals must be utilized in the wines of Goumenissa?
Xinomavro + min. 20% Negoska
In what département is the Chablis AOP/AOC located?
Yonne département
Define flasche
German term for bottle
What type of barrel toast allows for the higher tannin extraction?
light toast
What is the minimum aging requirement regarding Blanche Armagnac?
minimum of 3 months
must be aged in some type of inert vessel
may not have any indication of color tone
What two (2) counties contain the Chalone AVA? In what mountain range is this AVA situated?
Monterey County and San Benito County
Gabilan Mountains
What is the term for pomace spirit in the country of Spain?
Orujo
What 1er Cru vineyard of Vougeot is a monopole and who is the owner?
Clos de la Perriére
Domiane Bertagna
What is the minimum abv for Prädikatswein?
min. abv for Prädikatswein at ripeness levels of Kabinett – Spätlese – Auslese = 7%
What is schillerwein?
style of rosé in Germany
co-fermentation of both weiss and rot varietals
common in Württemberg
What anbaugebiet borders the region of Alsace to the east?
Pfalz and Baden
What is the minimum abv for wines labeled as ‘Classic’ that are produced in the Mosel?
11.5%
What ortsteil in the Rheingau was successful at harvesting botrytis grapes and the development of Spätlese | Auslese style wines?
Schloss Johannisberg
The Ahr and Nahe are tributaries off of what larger river?
Rhine
What anbaugebiet lacks any defined VDP sites?
Hessiche-Bergstrasse
Define schwarzriesling
German synonym for Pinot Meunier
What anbaugebiet is directly east of Baden?
Württemberg
Gentile Aromatique is a synonym for what grape?
Riesling
Pinot Noir X Cinsault =
Pinotage
What is the minimum aging requirement for vintage Champagne?
36 months
What is the only 4th Growth Château of the Haut-Médoc?
Chateau Latour-Carnet
Name the three (3) geographic labeling designations for French sparkling wine?
Vins Mousseux = covers country of France
Crémant = regional, such as Alsace – Loire – Die – Limoux
Champagne = AOP
How many defined Grand Crus are in the Burgundy region?
39
24 Cote de Nuits
8 Cote de Beaune
7 Chablis
In theory, how many serviettes are needed to properly execute the steps of service for Champagne/Sparkling wine?
2
Regarding service, what should never be “in the face” of the individual being served?
the “armpit” of the server/sommelier pouring wine and, as much as is practical, one’s back and/or ‘deriair’
Village and 1er Cru wines of Flagey-Echézeaux are sold under what village commune?
Vosne-Romanee
What zones are apart of the Adelaide Superzone?
Mount Loft Ranges
Barossa
Fleurie
Where is the Patrimonio located?
country of France
island of Corsica
is an AOP
white = Vermentino
rosé/red = Nielluccio are principal grapes
In what region would you find Numanthia?
country of Spain
Castilla y León region
Toro DO
is a ‘classic’ producer of the modern style of Toro tinto wines
Lambic style beer is a specialty of what country?
country of Belgium
product of wild yeast fermentation
What is the principal grape varietal regarding the Marcillac AOP?
Fer @ min. 80% of the blend
Marcillac only produce rosé/red
What is the principal grape varietal regarding the Jasnières AOP?
Chenin Blanc
T or F: Wachau is designated as a DAC
false
is not one of the nine (9) established DAC’s in the country of Austria
In what country is Cape Riesling grown?
South Africa
