Sherry and Port Flashcards
1
Q
What is fortified wine?
A
Additional alcohol is added in the wine
2
Q
where is Sherry originally made?
A
Around the town of jerez de la Frontera in south- west of Spain
3
Q
What base is used in (nearly ) all sherries?
A
Neutral white wine,
4
Q
Which colour can sherry turn out after aging?
A
After the special aging system, it can turn out in amber or even deep brown in colour.
5
Q
There are many different styles of sherry,but identify the grape style of sherry
A
Neutral, dry, low acid white wine made from the palomino grape variety.
6
Q
Where does the fermantation usually take place?
A
Stainless steel tanks
7
Q
how many percentage of palomino grape can you find near the town
A
95%
8
Q
where is Jerez de lan Frontera located
A
In South-West of Spain in Andalucia
