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Wine Making Flashcards

1
Q

What is the first step in making dry red wine?

A

Crushing

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2
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What is the term for crushing grapes to release their juices?

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Maceration

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3
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What is the second step in making dry red wine?

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Alcoholic fermentation

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4
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During alcoholic fermentation, what is converted into alcohol?

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Sugar

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5
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What type of fermentation is used to make dry red wine?

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Alcoholic fermentation

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6
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What is the ideal temperature range for alcoholic fermentation in red wine production?

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Around 77-86°F (25-30°C)

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7
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What is the role of yeast in alcoholic fermentation?

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To convert sugar into alcohol

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8
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What is the main difference between dry red wine and sweet red wine?

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Dry red wine has less residual sugar

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9
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What is the sugar content in dry red wine?

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Very low

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10
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What is the final step in making dry red wine?

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Maturation

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11
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What is the process of aging wine in barrels or tanks called?

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Maturation

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12
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How long does maturation typically last for dry red wine?

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Several months to years

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13
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What is the purpose of maturation in wine production?

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To develop flavors and aromas

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14
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What is the desired outcome of maturation in dry red wine?

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Smooth, complex flavors

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15
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What is the term for removing sediment from wine before bottling?

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Clarification

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16
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What is the role of clarification in wine production?

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To improve wine’s clarity and stability

17
Q

What is the final step before bottling dry red wine?

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Filtration

18
Q

What is the process of passing wine through a filter to remove particles called?

A

Filtration

19
Q

What is the purpose of filtration in wine production?

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To remove any remaining solids

20
Q

What is the term for the final stage of wine production where wine is bottled?

A

Bottling

21
Q

What is the purpose of bottling in wine production?

A

To preserve the wine for consumption

22
Q

What are some common grape varieties used for making dry red wine?

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Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah

23
Q

What is the term for the process of blending different grape varieties in wine production?

A

Assemblage

24
Q

What is the desired outcome of blending in dry red wine production?

A

To create a balanced and complex wine

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