Wset Level 1 Award In Wine Study Guide Graded A+

What preferred vessels are used to preserve the fruity flavors of Pinot Grigo? {Ans: Stainless steel tank}What would you expect from a Chardonnay -based wine produced in a WARM climate (in terms of 1. Acidity, 2. Body and 3. Flavors) {Ans: 1. Medium acidity 2. Medium to full body 3. Flavors of stone fruit (peach) and tropical fruit (pineapple, banana)}What are the 5 key stages in white winemaking? {Ans: 1. Crushing 2. Pressing 3. Fermentation 4. Maturation 5. Bottling}Why is Cabernet Sauvignon often blended with Merlot? {Ans: Because of its high tannins. Merlot adds softness and body}Which 2 flavors in food have a positive effect on wine? {Ans: Saltiness and Acidity in food}Give 2 examples of White Wines featured on the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines {Ans: Chablis (France) Riesling}Give 2 examples of fortified wines and their provenance {Ans: Sherry (Spain) Port (Portugal)}Where do yeasts come from? {Ans: Yeast are naturally found in the vineyards, on the surface of grape skins or can be inoculated by a winemaker.}What is a key difference in the fermentation of RED wines (as opposed white wines) {Ans: SKINS of red grapes are kept in