Sherry

Question 1

What is Sherry wine?

Answer 1

A fortified wine from the Jerez region of Spain.

Question 2

True or False: Sherry is only produced in dry varieties.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

What are the primary grape varieties used in Sherry production?

Answer 3

Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, and Muscat of Alexandria.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Sherry is often aged using a system called _____ .

Answer 4

Solera

Question 5

Which type of Sherry is known for its sweetness?

Answer 5

Pedro Ximénez

Question 6

What is the main characteristic of Fino Sherry?

Answer 6

It is a dry, pale Sherry that is aged under a layer of yeast called flor.

Question 7

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of Sherry? A) Fino B) Amontillado C) Merlot

Answer 7

C) Merlot

Question 8

What is the aging process for Amontillado Sherry?

Answer 8

It starts as Fino but is aged longer and then exposed to oxygen.

Question 9

True or False: Sherry can be served both chilled and at room temperature.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the term for Sherry that has been oxidized?

Answer 10

Oxidative Sherry

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The Jerez region is located in _____ .

Answer 11

Andalusia, Spain

Question 12

What is the primary fermentation method used in Sherry production?

Answer 12

The traditional method of fermentation in open containers.

Question 13

Multiple choice: What flavor profile is commonly associated with Oloroso Sherry? A) Fruity B) Nutty C) Both A and B

Answer 13

C) Both A and B

Question 14

What is the purpose of the flor yeast in Sherry production?

Answer 14

To protect the wine from oxidation and contribute to its flavor.

Question 15

True or False: All Sherry wines are fortified after fermentation.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What is the typical alcohol content of Sherry wine?

Answer 16

Typically between 15% and 20% ABV.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Sherry is traditionally served with _____ .

Answer 17

Tapas

Question 18

What distinguishes Cream Sherry from other types?

Answer 18

It is sweetened with Pedro Ximénez or other sweet wines.

Question 19

Multiple choice: Which Sherry is best known for its dry, crisp taste? A) Fino B) Cream C) Pedro Ximénez

Answer 19

A) Fino

Question 20

What is the significance of the Solera system in Sherry aging?

Answer 20

It allows for blending of different vintages to maintain consistency.

Question 21

True or False: Sherry can only be produced in Spain.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What is the primary reason for fortifying Sherry?

Answer 22

To increase the alcohol content and stabilize the wine.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The main city associated with Sherry production is _____ .

Answer 23

Jerez de la Frontera

Question 24

What does ‘en rama’ mean in the context of Sherry?

Answer 24

It refers to unfiltered and unfined Sherry, bottled straight from the cask.

Question 25

Multiple choice: Which type of Sherry undergoes no flor aging? A) Fino B) Oloroso C) Amontillado

Answer 25

B) Oloroso