Spirits Flashcards
What is a Cremant?
Sparkling wine from France outside of Champagne, but made in the traditional method.
What is yeast autolysis?
Breakdown of dead yeast cells (lees) after the secondary fermentation in sparkling wine production. It gives the wine a yeasty, biscuity aroma.
What is dosage?
Liqueur de expedition, still wine and sugar added after disgorgement of sparkling wine which determines overall level of sweetness.
Where is the term Methode Cap Classique used to describe traditional method sparkling wine?
S Africa
What is the typical method used in the production of Prosecco?
Tank method
What is Muscat de Beaumes de Venise?
A Vin Doux Naturel (sweet, fortified Muscat wine) from the southern Rhone Valley
What grape is used to produce sweet sherry styles (Medium, Cream & Pale Cream)?
Pedro Ximenez
What is botrytis cinereal?
‘Noble rot’ that dehydrates grapes. Used in the production of dessert wines from Sauternes, Tokaji, Beerenauslese & Trockenbeerenauslese
What is a solera system?
fractional blending used to age sherry, ensuring a consistent style of wine.
What is an Amontillado?
Oxidative style of sherry with a deep amber color and nutty flavors.
What is a reserve Tawny Port?
Port aged at least 6 years in small oak barrels with oxidative notes of walnut, coffee, chocolate & caramel.
What does the age statement on a bottle of Tawny Port refer to?
An average age, not a minimum.
Which part of a distillate run will contain the highest level of pure ethanol?
The heart
What type of still gives more characteristics from the base ingredient?
Pot Still
What is Armagnac?
An oak-aged grape brandy from the delimited area south of Bordeaux with notes of dried fruit, vanilla, toast, nuts, sweet spices & fruitcake.
