Wine Review Questions Flashcards
List the 3 types of fortified wine discussed in class.
~ Sherry
~ Port
~ Madeira
What are the 2 primary styles of Sherry and their differences?
~ Fino -> is dry and pale, with flor
~ Oloroso -> sweeter and oxidized therefore brown in colour, aged without flor, greater alcohol content
Which of the two Sherry styles are the most appropriate for dessert pairing?
Oloroso
Name the grape that produces a sweet style of sherry and is used to sweeten other sherries.
Pedro Ximenez (PX)
What are the two primary styles of port?
~ Ruby
~ Tawny
What is done to Madeira to give it a unique flavour profile?
They are intentionally heated to 45C to create their unique flavour style.
Name 5 Liqueurs and their flavour profile.
~ Kaluha = Coffee ~ Grand Marnier = Orange ~ Amaretto = Nut ~ Kirsch = Fruit ~ Godiva = Chocolate
When pairing wine with food, what is the key goal?
Balance is the key goal!!
What is the primary rule when pairing desserts?
When pairing desserts with wine it is important to match the sweetness of the dessert.
Name the 4 types of tea.
~ White
~ Oolong
~ Black
~ Green
Name a dessert wine you would pair with dark chocolate.
An Oloroso Sherry or a Port
What dessert wine might you pair with an apple or pear-based dessert?
Maybe a Cognac or Calvados or Hot Rum Toddy, or Sauterne
Which dessert wine is affected with noble rot?
Sauternes
What dessert would you pair with a noble rot wine?
Almond Tart, Ginger Loaf, Panna Cotta, etc…
Name the two primary varieties of Coffee beans.
~ Coffee Arabica
~ Coffee Robusta
