WSET Level 4 | 4.1 Styles of Wine • COLOR Flashcards
1
Q
How is color determined in wine?
A
by grape vareity and winemaking
2
Q
What grapes are used to make white wine?
A
typically white grape
3
Q
Can white wine be made from black grapes?
A
Yes, but the skins are removed before fermentation to prevent color from the skins
4
Q
What grapes are used to make red wine?
A
Black Grapes
5
Q
Where does the color from in red wine?
A
The grape skins remain with the juice during fermentation, adding color to the wine
6
Q
What are examples of red wine?
A
Rioja from Spain
Wine made from the Cabernet Sauvignon grape
7
Q
What grapes are used to make Rosé?
A
Black grapes
8
Q
Where does the pink color come from in Rosé?
A
The juice is left in contact with the grape skins for a very short time to add color
9
Q
Name an example of a rosé wine
A
White Zinfandel
