L3 S12 Quiz

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L3 S12 Quiz

On the premium white wines of the New World

Where can these grapes have potential for making premium wines? (check all that apply) *

4 points

Cool climate vineyards

Moderate climate vineyards

Warm climate vineyards

Sauvignon Blanc

Chenin Blanc

Riesling

Chardonnay

Why would a producer of Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough make a wine from a clear juice fermented in inert vessels at cool temperature and avoid MLF or oak maturation before bottling and closing with as screwcap? *

1 point

To retain the natural pungent fruit aromas and high acidity

To make the wine more complex and suitable for aging in the bottle

To avoid the use of SO2 and make a "natural" wine

To stabilize the wine and make it resistant to oxidation for weeks after the bottle is open

Why does the North Island of New Zealand generally produces Sauvignon Blanc with more tropical fruit flavors and the South Island produces Sauvignon Blanc with higher acidity and flavors of green bell pepper and gooseberry? *

1 point

Because winemakers of the North Island ferment at warmer temperatures and use oak

Because winemakers of the North Island pick earlier

Because the South Island has a warmer climate

Because the North Island has a warmer climate

New Zealand is not just about Sauvignon Blanc. Which of the following are CORRECTLY matched? *

1 point

Nelson AND Sauvingon Blanc & Pinot Gris

Central Otago AND Pinot Gris, Riesling & Chardonnay

Gisborne AND Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer & Pinot Gris

Hawke's Bay AND Vidal

Required

South Africa's latitude suggest a hot climate; however, it is suitable for grape growing to make quality wines. Why is that? (Check all that apply) *

1 point

The cold Benguela current cools the temperatures of vineyards located by the coast

Most vineyards are planted in solar-powered air-conditioned greenhouses

The mountainous terrain offer altitude, slopes and southern aspects that can moderate temperatures otherwise too warm

Southeastern winds cooled by the southern ocean lower temperatures inland

Required

Which of the following (producing white wines styles from simple & inexpensive to complex & premium) is the most planted variety in South Africa? *

1 point

Chardonnay

Riesling

Chenin Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc

Pinot Gris

In South Africa, why is old bush Chenin Blanc vine known for producing wines with more concentration, more complex flavors and fuller texture? *

1 point

Because it is blended with Colombard

Because yields are naturally smaller

Because it's fermented in stainless steel at cool temperatures

Because it is blended with Chardonnay

Which of the following is know for its Muscat? *

1 point

Stellenbosh

Paarl

Constantia

Swartland

Dubanville

None of the above

Which of the following, located in the South Coast have built a reputation for intense fresh Sauvignon Blancs? *

1 point

A. Robertson and Worcester districts

B. Paarl and Swartland districts

C. Elgin district and Elim ward

D. All of the above

E. Answer A and B only

Which of the following are cooling influences in Australia? (Check all that apply) *

1 point

The Southern Ocean

The Indian Ocean

The Murray River System

Altitude in Adelaide Hills and Eden Valley

The cool air descending from the Northern Territory

Required

In Australia. What are two places, cooled by altitude that are suitable for growing Riesling ? *

1 point

Riverland

Coonawara

Eden Valley

Clare Valley

Heathcote

Required

In Australia. Which of the following places, known for their Pinot Noir, also grow Chardonnay? *

1 point

Yarra Valley

McLaren Vale

Mornington Peninsula

Adelaide Hills

Tasmania

Required

In California, which of the following best describes the Chardonnay-based wines of Central Valley? *

1 point

Inexpensive, high-volume fruity wines with low to medium acidity and sometimes with toasty notes from oak chips.

Premium, full-bodied with high alcohol and low acidity with obvious flavours of oak, hazelnut and butter underpinning the peach and banana fruit flavours.

Restrained, as if from a cool climate with citrus notes and light oak flavors

Premium sparkling made using the traditional method with extended aging on the lees.

In California, which of the following best describes the classic style of Chardonnay-based wine of Napa Valley? *

1 point

Inexpensive, high-volume fruity wines with low to medium acidity and sometimes with toasty notes from oak chips.

Premium, full-bodied with high alcohol and low acidity with obvious flavours of oak, hazelnut and butter underpinning the peach and banana fruit flavours.

Restrained, as if from a cool climate with citrus notes and light oak flavors

Premium sparkling made using the traditional method with extended aging on the lees.

In California. Which of the following is famous for its Riesling & Gewürztraminer? *

1 point

Dry Creek

Sonoma

Napa

Anderson Valley

Oregon

The grape is Vidal. Where was this picture taken? *

1 point

Walla Walla AVA

Niagara Peninsula DVA

Yakima AVA

Russian River Valley AVA

The Finger Lakes are in the background. Where was this picture taken? *

1 point

New York

Portland

Seattle

Toronto

Match the NW countries and their GI systems *

4 points

Zones, Regions and Sub-regions

AVAs

Regions, Districts and Wards

Costa, Entre Cordillera, Andes

South Africa

Australia

Chile

USA

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