Wines

Question 1

What is the skin type of Pinot Noir?

Answer 1

Thin skin

Question 2

What is the acidity level of Pinot Noir?

Answer 2

High acidity

Question 3

What is the tannin level of Pinot Noir?

Answer 3

Low to medium tannin

Question 4

What red fruits are commonly associated with Pinot Noir?

Answer 4

Strawberry, raspberry, red cherry

Question 5

What climate is Pinot Noir typically grown in?

Answer 5

Cool to moderate

Question 6

Is Pinot Noir typically a single varietal?

Answer 6

Typically single varietal

Question 7

What is the oak usage in Pinot Noir production?

Answer 7

Careful use of oak

Question 8

Can Pinot Noir be used to make sparkling wines?

Answer 8

Yes, used to make sparkling wines

Question 9

What are the aging characteristics of very good or outstanding Pinot Noir?

Answer 9

Can age with notes of mushroom and forest floor

Question 10

What is a characteristic of Zinfandel/Primitivo regarding ripening?

Answer 10

Ripens unevenly

Question 11

What are the typical sugar levels in Zinfandel/Primitivo?

Answer 11

High sugar levels

Question 12

What is the acidity level of Zinfandel/Primitivo?

Answer 12

Medium to high acidity

Question 13

What is the tannin level in Zinfandel/Primitivo?

Answer 13

Medium to high tannin

Question 14

What type of climate is suitable for Zinfandel/Primitivo?

Answer 14

Warm

Question 15

What types of wines are made from Zinfandel/Primitivo?

Answer 15

Rosé and red wines

Question 16

Are Zinfandel/Primitivo red wines often oaked?

Answer 16

Yes, red wines are often oaked

Question 17

What is the quality of very good or outstanding examples of Zinfandel/Primitivo red wines?

Answer 17

They can age

Question 18

What are some aging characteristics of Zinfandel/Primitivo red wines?

Answer 18

Earth and meat

Question 19

What is a key characteristic of Riesling?

Answer 19

High acidity

Question 20

What is Riesling susceptible to?

Answer 20

Botrytis/noble rot

Question 21

How is Riesling described in terms of aroma?

Answer 21

Aromatic variety

Question 22

What do the fruit characteristics of Riesling vary according to?

Answer 22

Ripeness

Question 23

What are the climate conditions suitable for Riesling?

Answer 23

Cool to moderate

Question 24

What are the harvest options for Riesling?

Answer 24

Many harvest options

Question 25

What is the range of sweetness in Riesling?

Answer 25

Dry to sweet

Question 26

What is the body type of Riesling?

Answer 26

Light- to full-bodied

Question 27

Is Riesling typically oaked?

Answer 27

Unoaked

Question 28

What is the aging potential of very good or outstanding Riesling examples?

Answer 28

Can age to develop notes of honey and petrol (gasoline)

Question 29

What is Chenin Blanc known for?

Answer 29

Versatile: range of climates

Question 30

What is a key characteristic of Chenin Blanc?

Answer 30

High acidity

Question 31

What is Chenin Blanc susceptible to?

Answer 31

Botrytis/noble rot

Question 32

What are the climate preferences for Chenin Blanc?

Answer 32

Cool, Moderate, Warm

Question 33

What harvest options are available for Chenin Blanc?

Answer 33

Many harvest options

Question 34

What styles can Chenin Blanc be produced in?

Answer 34

Dry to sweet

Question 35

What are the aging options for Chenin Blanc?

Answer 35

Oaked or Unoaked

Question 36

What is the quality of wines produced from Chenin Blanc?

Answer 36

Very good or outstanding

Question 37

What flavors can aged Chenin Blanc develop?

Answer 37

Dried fruit, honey

Question 38

What is the acidity level of Sémillon?

Answer 38

Medium to high acidity

Question 39

What is Sémillon susceptible to?

Answer 39

Susceptible to botrytis/noble rot

Question 40

What is the typical climate for Sémillon?

Answer 40

Moderate warm

Question 41

What are the harvest options for Sémillon?

Answer 41

Many harvest options

Question 42

What is the range of sweetness in Sémillon wines?

Answer 42

Dry to sweet

Question 43

What is the body type of Sémillon?

Answer 43

Light- to full-bodied

Question 44

Is Sémillon typically oaked?

Answer 44

Unoaked or oaked

Question 45

Is Sémillon sometimes blended?

Answer 45

Sometimes blended (Sauvignon Blanc)

Question 46

How do very good or outstanding examples of Sémillon age?

Answer 46

Very good or outstanding examples can age ## Footnote Ages very well

Question 47

What is Furmint?

Answer 47

A grape variety known for its high acidity and versatility.

Question 48

Where is Furmint mostly grown?

Answer 48

In Tokaj, Hungary.

Question 49

What is Furmint susceptible to?

Answer 49

Botrytis/noble rot.

Question 50

What is the sweetness range of Furmint wines?

Answer 50

They can be dry to sweet.

Question 51

What types of oak treatment can Furmint wines have?

Answer 51

They can be unoaked or oaked.

Question 52

What is the quality rating for very good or outstanding Furmint examples?

Answer 52

They are rated as very good or outstanding.

Question 53

What flavors can Furmint wines develop as they age?

Answer 53

Dried fruit, caramel, and nuts.

Question 54

What is Chardonnay known for?

Answer 54

Chardonnay is versatile and can be grown in a range of climates.

Question 55

What is the acidity level of Chardonnay?

Answer 55

Chardonnay has a medium to high acidity.

Question 56

What are the climate conditions suitable for Chardonnay?

Answer 56

Chardonnay can be grown in cool, moderate, and warm climates.

Question 57

What is the sweetness level of Chardonnay?

Answer 57

Chardonnay is typically dry.

Question 58

What is the body type of Chardonnay?

Answer 58

Chardonnay can be light- to full-bodied.

Question 59

What winemaking techniques are used for Chardonnay?

Answer 59

Chardonnay utilizes a range of winemaking techniques.

Question 60

Can Chardonnay be used to make sparkling wines?

Answer 60

Yes, Chardonnay is used to make sparkling wines.

Question 61

What is the aging potential of very good or outstanding Chardonnay?

Answer 61

Very good or outstanding examples of Chardonnay can age and develop flavors such as hazelnut and mushroom.