WSET Level 4 | 4.6 Styles of Wine • BODY in Structural Characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
What does body describe as a characteristic of wine?
A
Mouth feel
2
Q
How does a full bodied wine affect the palate?
A
More viscous
Heavy in the mouth
3
Q
How does a light bodied wine affect the palate?
A
They will feel thinner and more delicate
4
Q
What are examples of light bodied wines?
A
Pinot Grigio from Italy
Beaujolais from France
5
Q
What are examples of medium bodied wines?
A
Sancerre Cotes-du-Rhone
6
Q
What are examples of full bodied wines?
A
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sauterne