WSET 2 Grapes Flashcards
Different questions about the grapes presented in WSET 2
Does Pinot Noir have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Pinot Noir have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Pinot Noir have a low-medium-high tannin content?
Low to medium tannin.
What body is typical for Pinot Noir?
Medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Pinot Noir?
Cherry, raspberry, mushroom, forest floor, and when aged, gamey notes.
What are the most important growing areas for Pinot Noir?
Burgundy in France, Oregon, California (especially Sonoma Coast and Russian River Valley), New Zealand (Central Otago and Marlborough).
Does Zinfandel/Primitivo have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Zinfandel/Primitivo have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Zinfandel/Primitivo have a low-medium-high tannin content?
Medium to high tannin.
What body is typical for Zinfandel/Primitivo?
Full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Zinfandel/Primitivo?
Blackberry, black cherry, spice, and in some cases, a jammy character.
What are the most important growing areas for Zinfandel/Primitivo?
California for Zinfandel, particularly in regions like Lodi and Sonoma. Puglia in Italy for Primitivo.
Does Riesling have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Riesling have?
High acidity.
Does Riesling have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin content; tannins are rarely a feature in white wines like Riesling.
What body is typical for Riesling?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Riesling?
Green apple, lime, peach, apricot, honey, and when aged, petrol notes.
What are the most important growing areas for Riesling?
Germany (especially the Mosel, Rheingau, and Pfalz regions), Alsace in France, Austria, and parts of Australia and the United States (such as Washington State and the Finger Lakes region of New York).
Does Chenin Blanc have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Chenin Blanc have?
High acidity.
Does Chenin Blanc have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Chenin Blanc?
Light to medium body, depending on the style and region.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Chenin Blanc?
Green apple, pear, quince, and with age, honey and almond notes.
What are the most important growing areas for Chenin Blanc?
The Loire Valley in France (especially Vouvray and Anjou) and South Africa.
Does Semillon have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Semillon have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Semillon have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Semillon?
Medium to full body, especially when aged or botrytised.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Semillon?
Citrus, peach, honey, and toast with age.
What are the most important growing areas for Semillon?
Bordeaux (especially Sauternes for sweet wines), Hunter Valley in Australia.
Does Furmint have thin or thick skin?
Thin to medium skin.
What level of acidity does Furmint have?
High acidity.
Does Furmint have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin.
What body is typical for Furmint?
Medium to full body, depending on the style.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Furmint?
Green apple, pear, lime, and in sweet wines, honey and apricot.
What are the most important growing areas for Furmint?
Hungary, especially Tokaj.
Does Chardonnay have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Chardonnay have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Chardonnay have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Chardonnay?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Chardonnay?
Green apple, lemon, melon, and when oaked, vanilla and butter notes.
What are the most important growing areas for Chardonnay?
Burgundy in France, California, Australia, and Chile.
Does Sauvignon Blanc have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Sauvignon Blanc have?
High acidity.
Does Sauvignon Blanc have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Sauvignon Blanc?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Sauvignon Blanc?
Green apple, gooseberry, bell pepper, passion fruit, and freshly cut grass.
What are the most important growing areas for Sauvignon Blanc?
Loire Valley in France, Marlborough in New Zealand, Bordeaux in France.
Does Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris?
Light to medium body for Pinot Grigio, medium to full body for Pinot Gris.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris?
Lemon, lime, pear, white nectarine, and almond (Pinot Grigio); more intense flavors of honey, ripe peach, and ginger (Pinot Gris).
What are the most important growing areas for Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris?
Northeastern Italy for Pinot Grigio, Alsace in France for Pinot Gris.
Does Gewurztraminer have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Gewurztraminer have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Gewurztraminer have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Gewurztraminer?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Gewurztraminer?
Lychee, rose petal, ginger, and grapefruit.
What are the most important growing areas for Gewurztraminer?
Alsace in France, Germany, and Northern Italy.
Does Viognier have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Viognier have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Viognier have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Viognier?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Viognier?
Peach, tangerine, mango, and honeysuckle.
What are the most important growing areas for Viognier?
Rhône Valley in France, California, and Australia.
Does Albariño have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Albariño have?
High acidity.
Does Albariño have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Albariño?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Albariño?
Lemon, grapefruit, peach, and honeysuckle.
What are the most important growing areas for Albariño?
Rías Baixas in Spain, Portugal.
Does Merlot have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Merlot have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Merlot have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium tannin.
What body is typical for Merlot?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Merlot?
Plum, black cherry, chocolate, and sometimes a hint of cedar.
What are the most important growing areas for Merlot?
Bordeaux in France, California, Washington State, Chile.
Does Cabernet Sauvignon have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Cabernet Sauvignon have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Cabernet Sauvignon have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
High tannin.
What body is typical for Cabernet Sauvignon?
Full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Cabernet Sauvignon?
Black currant, black cherry, eucalyptus, and cedar.
What are the most important growing areas for Cabernet Sauvignon?
Bordeaux in France, Napa Valley in California, Coonawarra in Australia, Chile.
Does Syrah/Shiraz have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Syrah/Shiraz have?
Medium acidity.
Does Syrah/Shiraz have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
High tannin.
What body is typical for Syrah/Shiraz?
Full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Syrah/Shiraz?
Blackberry, blueberry, plum, clove, and black pepper.
What are the most important growing areas for Syrah/Shiraz?
Rhône Valley in France for Syrah, Australia for Shiraz.
Does Gamay have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Gamay have?
High acidity.
Does Gamay have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin.
What body is typical for Gamay?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Gamay?
Cherry, raspberry, and violet.
What are the most important growing areas for Gamay?
Beaujolais in France.
Does Grenache/Garnacha have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Grenache/Garnacha have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Grenache/Garnacha have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium tannin.
What body is typical for Grenache/Garnacha?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Grenache/Garnacha?
Strawberry, raspberry, cinnamon, and allspice.
What are the most important growing areas for Grenache/Garnacha?
Rhône Valley in France, Spain, Australia.
Does Tempranillo have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Tempranillo have?
Medium acidity.
Does Tempranillo have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
High tannin.
What body is typical for Tempranillo?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Tempranillo?
Cherry, plum, tomato, tobacco, and leather.
What are the most important growing areas for Tempranillo?
Rioja and Ribera del Duero in Spain.
Does Carmenere have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Carmenere have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Carmenere have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium to high tannin.
What body is typical for Carmenere?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Carmenere?
Blackberry, bell pepper, spice, and sometimes a smokey finish.
What are the most important growing areas for Carmenere?
Chile.
Does Malbec have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Malbec have?
Medium acidity.
Does Malbec have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
High tannin.
What body is typical for Malbec?
Full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Malbec?
Plum, blackberry, vanilla, and tobacco.
What are the most important growing areas for Malbec?
Mendoza in Argentina, Cahors in France.
Does Pinotage have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Pinotage have?
Low to medium acidity.
Does Pinotage have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium to high tannin.
What body is typical for Pinotage?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Pinotage?
Black fruit, bramble, banana, and sometimes a tar-like smokiness.
What are the most important growing areas for Pinotage?
South Africa.
Does Cortese have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Cortese have?
High acidity.
Does Cortese have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Cortese?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Cortese?
Green apple, lime, and almond.
What are the most important growing areas for Cortese?
Gavi in the Piedmont region of Italy.
Does Garganega have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Garganega have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Garganega have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Garganega?
Medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Garganega?
Citrus, peach, and almond.
What are the most important growing areas for Garganega?
Soave region of Veneto, Italy.
Does Verdicchio have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Verdicchio have?
High acidity.
Does Verdicchio have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Verdicchio?
Light to medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Verdicchio?
Lemon, green apple, and almond.
What are the most important growing areas for Verdicchio?
Marche region of Italy.
Does Fiano have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Fiano have?
Medium to high acidity.
Does Fiano have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low tannin, as it is a white grape.
What body is typical for Fiano?
Medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Fiano?
Tropical fruits, hazelnut, and herbal notes.
What are the most important growing areas for Fiano?
Campania region of Italy, particularly around Avellino.
Does Nebbiolo have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Nebbiolo have?
High acidity.
Does Nebbiolo have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
High tannin.
What body is typical for Nebbiolo?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Nebbiolo?
Rose, cherry, tar, and truffle.
What are the most important growing areas for Nebbiolo?
Piedmont region of Italy, especially Barolo and Barbaresco.
Does Barbera have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Barbera have?
High acidity.
Does Barbera have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low to medium tannin.
What body is typical for Barbera?
Medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Barbera?
Cherry, blackberry, and plum, with fresh acidity and low tannin levels.
What are the most important growing areas for Barbera?
Piedmont region in Italy, particularly Barbera d’Asti and Barbera d’Alba.
Does Corvina have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Corvina have?
Medium acidity.
Does Corvina have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Low to medium tannin.
What body is typical for Corvina?
Medium body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Corvina?
Cherry, red berry, and almond.
What are the most important growing areas for Corvina?
Veneto region of Italy, particularly in the Valpolicella and Bardolino appellations.
Does Sangiovese have thin or thick skin?
Thin skin.
What level of acidity does Sangiovese have?
High acidity.
Does Sangiovese have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium to high tannin.
What body is typical for Sangiovese?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Sangiovese?
Cherry, plum, tomato leaf, and leather.
What are the most important growing areas for Sangiovese?
Tuscany in Italy, especially in Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Does Montepulciano have thin or thick skin?
Thick skin.
What level of acidity does Montepulciano have?
Medium acidity.
Does Montepulciano have a low-medium-high content of tannin?
Medium to high tannin.
What body is typical for Montepulciano?
Medium to full body.
What are the primary aromas and flavours of Montepulciano?
Blackberry, cherry, and spice.
What are the most important growing areas for Montepulciano?
Abruzzo region of Italy, particularly in the Montepulciano d’Abruzzo appellation.
Which color is the grape Pinot Noir?
Red
Is Pinot Noir an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Zinfandel/Primitivo?
Red
Is Zinfandel/Primitivo an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Riesling?
White
Is Riesling an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Chenin Blanc?
White
Is Chenin Blanc an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Semillon?
White
Is Semillon an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Furmint?
White
Is Furmint an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Chardonnay?
White
Is Chardonnay an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Sauvignon Blanc?
White
Is Sauvignon Blanc an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris?
White
Is Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris an aromatic grape?
It can be
Which color is the grape Gewurztraminer?
White
Is Gewurztraminer an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Viognier?
White
Is Viognier an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Albariño?
White
Is Albariño an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Merlot?
Red
Is Merlot an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Cabernet Sauvignon?
Red
Is Cabernet Sauvignon an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Syrah/Shiraz?
Red
Is Syrah/Shiraz an aromatic grape?
Yes, especially with its peppery notes
Which color is the grape Gamay?
Red
Is Gamay an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Grenache/Garnacha?
Red
Is Grenache/Garnacha an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Tempranillo?
Red
Is Tempranillo an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Carmenere?
Red
Is Carmenere an aromatic grape?
No, but it has a distinctive herbaceous note
Which color is the grape Malbec?
Red
Is Malbec an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Pinotage?
Red
Is Pinotage an aromatic grape?
No, but it’s known for its unique profile
Which color is the grape Cortese?
White
Is Cortese an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Garganega?
White
Is Garganega an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Verdicchio?
White
Is Verdicchio an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Fiano?
White
Is Fiano an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Nebbiolo?
Red
Is Nebbiolo an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Barbera?
Red
Is Barbera an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Corvina?
Red
Is Corvina an aromatic grape?
No
Which color is the grape Sangiovese?
Red
Is Sangiovese an aromatic grape?
Yes
Which color is the grape Montepulciano?
Red
Is Montepulciano an aromatic grape?
No
