1.
Which of the following wines is the lightest?
Correct Answer
A. Groth
Explanation
Among the given options, Groth is the lightest wine.
2.
Austria accounts for 1% of the world's wine production. Which grape has made the country famous?
Correct Answer
B. Gruner Veltliner
Explanation
Gruner Veltliner is the correct answer because it is a grape variety that is predominantly grown in Austria and has played a significant role in making the country famous for its wine production. This grape is known for producing crisp, dry white wines with flavors of green apple, citrus, and white pepper, and it has become Austria's most widely planted grape variety. Its unique characteristics and the quality of wines produced from it have helped put Austria on the map as a notable wine-producing country.
3.
Which of our new Chardonnays would you offer a guest who used to order the Grgich Hills?
Correct Answer
B. Maranet
Explanation
Maranet would be the best option to offer a guest who used to order the Grgich Hills. The question implies that the guest has a preference for Chardonnays, and Maranet is the only Chardonnay option among the given choices.
4.
Which of our Chardonnays is the fullest-bodied?
Correct Answer
D. Patz and Hall
Explanation
Patz and Hall is the fullest-bodied Chardonnay among the options provided. This can be inferred based on the information given in the question, which asks for the fullest-bodied Chardonnay. Without further context or information, we can assume that Patz and Hall is known for producing Chardonnays with a rich and full-bodied flavor profile.
5.
Which of the Chardonnays we now offer is the most typical California Chardonnay?
Correct Answer
B. Frog's Leap
Explanation
Frog's Leap is the most typical California Chardonnay because it embodies the characteristics that are often associated with Chardonnays from California. It is known for its ripe fruit flavors, particularly tropical fruits like pineapple and mango, as well as its creamy texture and rich, buttery notes. Frog's Leap also showcases a balanced acidity and oak influence, which are commonly found in California Chardonnays. Overall, this wine represents the classic style and taste profile that is expected from a California Chardonnay.
6.
True or False: Schramsburg and Hitching Post are both Sparkling Wines.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Schramsburg is a sparkling wine, but Hitching Post is not. Therefore, the statement that both Schramsburg and Hitching Post are sparkling wines is false.
7.
Select all of the below adjectives that accurately describe the Peju Merlot:
Correct Answer(s)
A. Full-Bodied
B. Concentrated
C. Rich
F. Structured
Explanation
The Peju Merlot is described as full-bodied, concentrated, rich, and structured. These adjectives indicate that the wine has a robust and full flavor profile, with a high concentration of flavors and a rich and complex taste. The structured aspect suggests that the wine has a well-balanced composition and a solid framework.
8.
The Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc possesses subtle grassy flavors. Which of the following flavors is most prominent in the Seresin Sauvignon Blanc?
Correct Answer
B. Mineral
Explanation
The given question asks about the most prominent flavor in the Seresin Sauvignon Blanc. The correct answer is Mineral. This suggests that the Seresin Sauvignon Blanc has a strong mineral flavor.
9.
Which of our new Sauvignon Blancs is/are from Marlborough, New Zealand? (Check all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
B. Cloudy Bay
C. Seresin
Explanation
Cloudy Bay and Seresin are the new Sauvignon Blancs from Marlborough, New Zealand.
10.
Which of the following flavors is the most prominent in the Melville Chardonnay?
Correct Answer
B. Honey
Explanation
The most prominent flavor in the Melville Chardonnay is honey. This suggests that the wine has a sweet and rich taste, with notes of honey being the dominant flavor profile.
11.
True or False: The Ponzi Pinot Noir is lighter than the Patassey.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given statement is "The Ponzi Pinot Noir is lighter than the Patassey." The correct answer is False. This means that the Ponzi Pinot Noir is not lighter than the Patassey.
12.
Which of our new Chardonnays is a limited-production, commercially unavailable spin-off made by DuMol Winery?
Correct Answer
C. Maranet
Explanation
Maranet is the correct answer because it is stated in the question that the Chardonnay is a limited-production, commercially unavailable spin-off made by DuMol Winery. Since Patz and Hall and Meville are not mentioned as being made by DuMol Winery or being limited-production and commercially unavailable, they are not the correct answer.
13.
Which of the following wines is most similar to the Laurenz V Gruner Veltliner in terms of its Body?
Correct Answer
B. Pighin Pinot Grigio
Explanation
The Laurenz V Gruner is very light-bodied, and is therefore most similar to the Pighin Pinot Grigio.
14.
Which of the following wines is produced from a mix of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes?
Correct Answer
B. Schramsburg Brut Rose
Explanation
Schramsburg Brut Rose is the correct answer because it is a sparkling wine produced from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The term "Brut" indicates that it is a dry sparkling wine, and the inclusion of Pinot Noir grapes gives it a delicate pink color and adds complexity to the flavor profile. Ponzi Pinot Noir is a red wine made solely from Pinot Noir grapes, and Peju Merlot is a red wine made from Merlot grapes.
15.
Which of our new Sauvignon Blancs is the most crisp and light-bodied?
Correct Answer
A. Groth
Explanation
Among the options provided, Groth is the correct answer because it is described as the most crisp and light-bodied Sauvignon Blanc. This implies that Groth has a refreshing and delicate flavor profile, making it the best choice for those seeking a light and crisp wine.
16.
In comparison to the other Merlots on our menu, the Peju is:
Correct Answer
A. Fuller-Bodied
Explanation
The Peju Merlot is described as "Fuller-Bodied" compared to the other Merlots on the menu. This means that it has a more robust and intense flavor profile, with a richer and fuller mouthfeel. It is likely to have a higher alcohol content and more concentrated flavors, making it a bolder and more substantial wine compared to the others.
17.
When talking about wine, the opposite of "sweet" is:
Correct Answer
B. Dry
Explanation
In the context of wine, the opposite of "sweet" is "dry." When a wine is described as dry, it means that it has little to no residual sugar, resulting in a more crisp and refreshing taste. This is in contrast to sweet wines, which have a higher sugar content and a sweeter taste.
18.
Which of our new Chardonnays is the least sweet?
Correct Answer
C. Patz and Hall
Explanation
Patz and Hall is the correct answer because it is stated that they have the least sweet Chardonnay among the options provided.
19.
What food might pair well with the Hitching Post Rose? (Please provide a brief explanation as to why to receive full credit)