Wine Flaws

Question 1

What is a wine flaw?

Answer 1

• A minor attribute that departs from what is perceived as a normal wine characteristic.
• Flaws are acceptable and may add character and complexity to a wine within limits.

Question 2

Name the types of wine flaws

Answer 2

• Brettanomyces
• Volatile Acidity
• Sulfur Dioxide
• Diacetyl

Question 3

What characteristics does brettanomyces impart to a wine?

Answer 3

Animal or barnyard aroma

Question 4

What flaw characteristics does sulfur dioxide impart to a wine?

Answer 4

Too many sulfites*+Occurs with screw cap closure(?) Gives wine a flinty, burnt match scent

Question 5

What characteristic does volatile acidity impart to a wine?

Answer 5

Too much acetic acid. Nail polish aroma.

Question 6

What characteristic does diacetyl impart to a wine?

Answer 6

Buttery aroma.