TopSomm 2013 Prelim Flashcards

1
Q

Yountville AVA is in Sonoma County.

True/False

A

False

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2
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Which of the following wines is most likely to exhibit the most residual sugar: 
20 Year Tawny Port
Tokaji 6 Puttonyos
Rutherglen Rare Muscat
10 Year Malvasia Madeira
1st Growth Sauternes
A

Rutherglen Rare Muscat

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3
Q

Place the following grapes in order from MOST to LEAST plantings in France: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Grenache Noir, Merlot, Malbec

A
Merlot
Grenache Noir
Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinot Noir
Malbec
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4
Q

Which of the following 750ml bottles may be finished with a plastic cap instead of a cork? - Asti, Cava, Conegliano-Valdobbiadene, Champagne, Sekt

A

Asti

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5
Q

Select the zone that does not belong in the following grouping: Vix, Mareuil, Pissotte, Brem, Chantonnay, Clisson.

A

Clisson

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6
Q

The Wachau region lies on the Rhein River.

True/False

A

False

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7
Q

Pfalz Trocken Riesling is usually a fuller-bodied wine that Mosel Trocken Riesling.
True/False

A

True

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8
Q

Gewurztraminer is considered to be a clone of which of the following: Ribolla Gialla, Pinot Gris, Gouais Blanc, Savagnin, Osterreichisch Weiss

A

Savagnin

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9
Q

What is the new legal name for “Sherry” wines in Australia?

A

Apera

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10
Q

Which of the following is not a Premier Grand Cru Classe A property: Angelus, Pavie, Valandraud, Cheval Blanc, Ausone

A

Valandraud

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11
Q

Select the red grape of the following: Debina, Savvatiano, Kosifali, Kidonitsa, Vilana

A

Kosifali

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12
Q

Which of the following regions produces PDO wines from the Nebbiolo grape? - Calabria, Valle d’Aosta, Sicilia, Veneto, Marche

A

Valle d’Aosta

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13
Q

Select the unique grape variety from the following list: Chasselas, Gutedel, Golden Chasselas, Dorin, Fendant

A

Golden Chasselas

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14
Q

Name the base spirit for the following cocktails: Bijou, Planter’s Punch, Porto Flip, Harvey Wallbanger, Blood and Sand

A
Bijou - Gin
Planter's Punch - Rum
Porto Flip - Brandy
Harvey Wallbanger - Vodka
Blood and Sand - Scotch
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15
Q

What Armagnac appellation allows the shortest minimum period of aging prior to bottling?

A

Blanche Armagnac

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16
Q

Order the following appellations NORTH to SOUTH - Carmignano, Montecucco Sangiovese, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Morellino di Scansano

A

Carmignano, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Montecucco Sangiovese, Morellino di Scansano

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17
Q

Müller-Thurgau is a hybrid grape variety.

True/False

A

True

18
Q

Masterson, Gladstone, and Martinborough are within what major New Zealand wine-growing region?

A

Wairarapa

19
Q

What component of sake is referred to as “shuzo-yosui”?

A

Yeast

20
Q

__________ is the principal grape variety in Taurasi wines.

A

Aglianico

21
Q

Movia and Edi Simcic produce wines in what country?

A

Slovenia

22
Q

Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir are two clones of the same variety.
True/False

A

True

23
Q

Arnaud de Villeneuve is credited with the development of what winemaking technique?

A

Mutage

24
Q

Name the country of production for Zalto stemware.

A

Austria

25
Q

Name the species to St. George rootstock.

A

V. Rupestria

26
Q

In which German anbaugebiet are the famous wine villages of Erden and Bernkastel located?

A

Mosel

27
Q

Salta is located to the south of Mendoza.

True/False

A

False

28
Q

Select the red grape planted on Santorini: Mavrotragano, Aidani, Assyrtiko, Athiri

A

Mavrotragano

29
Q

What is the most planted grape of the Rhône Valley?

A

Grenache

30
Q

How many total 3oz glasses of wine can a sommelier pour from one 750ml bottle?

A

8

31
Q

Select the grape name that is NOT synonymous with Sangiovese: Prugnolo Gentile, Brunello, Morellino, Ciliegiolo

A

Ciliegiolo

32
Q

The grist for German Weissbier must contain at least 50% malted wheat.
True/False

A

True

33
Q

Flor de Pingus is labelled as __________DO(P).

A

Ribera del Duero

34
Q

What method is usually employed to create fizz in a bottle of white Vinho Verde wine.

A

Carbonation

35
Q

How many liters of Champagne does one Methuselah hold?

A

6 Liters

36
Q

What is the minimum residual sugar for Icewine produced in Ontario?

A

100 g/l RS

37
Q

For a wine to qualify as “Meritage” in the United States, what is the MAXIMUM allowed amount for any single variety that is present in the blend?

A

90%

38
Q

__________ is the last grape to ripen in Bordeaux.

A

Petit Verdot

39
Q

Which winery produces “Carmín de Puemo” Carmenere?

A

Concha y Toro

40
Q

Order the following types of wine production areas in South Africa in DESCENDING order of size. - Geographical Unit, Ward, Region, District

A

Geographical Unit
Region
District
Ward

41
Q

South Africa’s WO appellation system is newer than Australia’s GI system.
True/False

A

False

42
Q

Under European Law, hybrid grapevine species may be used in the production of PGI wines.
True/False

A

True