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WSET Session 6 Flashcards

Gamay, Grenache/Garnacha, Tempranillo, Carmenère, Malbec, Pinotage

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What climate is Gamay grown in?

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Moderate

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What are some grape characteristics of Gamay?

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High acid and low to medium tannin

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What are some flavor characteristics of Gamay?

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Raspberry, red cherry, red plum

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What is the body fullness of Gamay?

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Light to medium body

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Is Gamay oaked or unoaked?

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Typically unoaked

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What is a unique flavor and aroma of Gamay?

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Banana and candy

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What part of the meal is Gamay usually drunk?

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Early drinking

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Where is Gamay grown?

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France

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Where in France is Gamay grown?

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Beaujolais

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What is another name for Grenache?

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Garnacha

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What are some grape characteristics of Grenache?

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thin skin, low to medium tannin and low sugar levels

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What are some flavor characteristics of Grenache?

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Red fruit and spice

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Is Grenache blended or single varietal?

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Often blended

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Is Grenache oaked or unoaked?

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Both

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15
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Can Grenache be used to make rosés?

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Yes

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What does aged Grenache taste like?

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Earth, meat and dried fruit

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Where is Grenache grown?

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France, Spain and Australia

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Where in France is Grenache grown?

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Southern Rhone, Languedoc Roussilon, and Provence

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Where in Southern France is known for Grenache?

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Chateneuf-du-pape

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How are wines in the Rhône Valley typically labeled?

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Broadest regional appellation, specific village, specific cru

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Where in Spain is Grenache grown?

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Navarra, Rioja and Priorat

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Where in Australia is Grenache grown?

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Barossa Valley and Mclaren Vale

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What climate is Tempranillo grown in?

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Moderate to warm

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What are some grape characteristics of Tempranillo?

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Medium acid, medium tannin

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What are some flavor characteristics of Tempranillio?
Red fruit and black fruit
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Is Tempranillo simple or complex?
both
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What is the body fullness of Tempranillo?
Medium to full body
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Is Tempranillo oaked or unoaked?
Both
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Is Tempranillo blended or single varietal?
Both
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What does aged Tempranillo taste like?
Dried fruit, leather and mushroom
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Where is Tempranillo grown?
Spain
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Where in Spain is Tempranillo grown?
Ribera del Duero, Rioja and Cataunya
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What terms does Spain use for PDO?
Denominación de Origen (DO), and Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa)
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What term does Spain use for PGI?
Vino de la Tierra
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What are the four labeling terms in Spain?
Joven, Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva
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Joven
Young, fruity wines
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Crianza
Aged in oak
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Reserva
Must be aged for an extended period time before relase
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Grand Reserva
Highest aging requirements
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What climate is Carmenère grown in?
Warm
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What are some grape characteristics of Carmenère?
Medium to high acidity and high tanin
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What are some flavor characteristics of Carmenère?
Herbaceous and black fruit
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Is Carmenère typically blended or single varietal?
Both
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What is the body fullness of Carmenère?
Full
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Is Carmenère oaked or unoaked?
Often oaked
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What does aged Carmenère taste like?
Leather and earth
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Where is Carmenère grown?
Chile
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Where in Chile is Carmenère grown?
Central Valley
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What climate is Malbec grown in?
Warm
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What is the tannin level of Malbec?
High
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What are some flavor characteristics of Malbec?
Blackberry and black plum
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Is Malbec blended or single varietal?
Both
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What is the body fullness of Malbec?
Full
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Is Malbec oaked or unoaked?
Often oaked
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What does ages Malbec taste like?
Dried fruit and meat
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Where is Malbec grown?
Argentina
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Where in Argentina is Malbec grown?
Mendoza
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What climate is Pinotage grown in?
Warm
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What are some grape characteristics of Pinotage?
High acid and medium tanin
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Is Pinotage blended or single variety?
Both
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What is the body fullness of Pinotage?
Medium to full body
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Is Pinotage typically oaked or unoaked?
Oaked
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What does oaked Pinotage taste like?
Coffee, chocolate and smoke
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Where is Pinotage grown?
South Africa
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Where in South Africa is Pinotage grown?
Western Cape

WSET Level 2 (8 decks)

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