Sparkling Wine Production Flashcards
1
Q
Another name(s) for Charmat Method?
A
Tank Method
Metodo Italiano
Cuve Close
2
Q
Pupitre
A
Wine rack to hold bottles during riddling process
3
Q
The second alcoholic fermentation
A
Prise de mousse
4
Q
Remuage
A
Turning of bottles to get dead yeast cells out through cap
5
Q
What is sur pointe?
A
When bottles are allowed to rest in an upside down position after lees have gathered into the neck of the bottle.
6
Q
Describe what the tank method is
A
Has an undeserved bad name as it is not linked to the traditional method used by Champagne. However good quality wines are produced using this method. Some consider it the best method for more aromatic grapes like Riesling and Muscat.
