TopSomm 2014 Prelim Flashcards
Which of the following varieties is most likely to derive aromatic character from the norisoprenoid TDN? - Muscat, Riesling, Torrontes, Gewurztraminer
Riesling
What type of closure is DIAM?
Synthetic cork
From 2000-2010, name 3 widely declared vintages for Vintage Port.
2000, 2003, 2007
Name the sole producer of La Grande Rue AOP wine.
Domaine Francois Lamarche
Soria and Valladolid are provinces located within what major appellation?
Ribera del Duero
Channel irrigation is a common vineyard irrigation technique in what major New World country?
Argentina
What is the proper base spirit for an Alexander cocktail?
Gin
What country is second to Italy in plantings of the Nebbiolo grape?
United States
What is te most heavily planted white grape in the Gironde?
Sémillon
True/False: Powdery Mildew arrived on European shores after phylloxera.
False
PM - 1847; Phylloxera - 1863
Above which minimum level of alcohol do biological aging processes cease in sherry production?
17%
In which modern-day country did the Sylvaner grape originate?
Austria
Which of the following vineyards has never been produced by Heitz Cellars: Trailside, Martha’s, Fay, To-Kalon, Bella Oaks
To-Kalon
True/False: Erstes Gewächs is a legally defined category of dry wines from top sites in the Rheingau.
True
True/False: European wines without Geographic Indication may incorporate oak chips in the production process.
True
Which of the following is a red grape? Falanghia, Greco, Coda di Volpe, Guarnaccia, Aspirinio
Greco
Select the RM producer from the following: Agrapart, Jacquesson, Salon, Jean Milan
Agrapart
What grape variety is most often used to produce the base wine for South Africa brandy?
Chenin Blanc
What varietal wine commands the largest US market share, in both sales and volume?
Chardonnay
Vodka, Cranberry juice, Lime juice. What’s the cocktail?
Cape Codder
As standard US longneck berr bottle contains __________ fluid ounces.
12
What chemical compound was blamed for absinthe’s allegedly harmful effects as a psychoactive drug?
Thujone
Ethyl acetate is commonly utilized in what coffee production process?
Decaffeination
True/False: Cachapoal and Colchagua are both located within Maule Valley.
False
Both are within Valle del Rapel DO
Chianti Classico Riserva must be aged for a minimum of __________ months prior to release.
24
What grape variety is authorized for Quincy AOP wines?
Sauvignon Blanc
Cidre de Glace originated in what region?
Quebec
What is the most planted red variety in Paso Robles?
Cabernet Sauvignon
What is the most LOCAL wine pairing for Reblochon AOP cheese.
Chignin-Bergeron
