Wine Quiz – Sangiovese – Grape to Glass

How well do you know Sangiovese ?

The world of wine is vibrant, constantly changing and ever so interesting. Everyday wine enthusiasts can learn and share their new experiences with good food and friends. So the following ‘Wine Quiz’ is a little bit of fun and learning for all - and for those a little more competitive a personal test of your wine knowledge.
● So you think you know the home of Sangiovese ?
● Or - You think you know the different wine styles crafted from Sangiovese ?

Take this short Sangiovese Quiz and find out.

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Sangiovese is an Italian red wine grape varietal that derives its name from the Latin ‘Sanguis Jovis’ - which of the following is the literal translation of the name?

‘Blood of Jove’ - referring to the Roman God Jupiter.

‘Love of Jove’ - referring to the Roman God Jupiter.

‘Heart of Jove’ - referring to the Roman God Jupiter.

‘Wine of Jove’ - referring to the Roman God Jupiter.

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DNA research & testing on the parentage of Sangiovese found that which of the following two wine grapes are its parents?

Aglianico + Barbera

Canaiolo Nero + Dolcetto

Ciliegiolo + Calabrese Montenuovo

Montepulciano + Rondinella

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Over time & from centuries of both natural & controlled clone selection - today there are how many officially recorded ‘dominant clones’ of Sangiovese planted to produce high quality red wines?

4 Sangiovese clones.

8 Sangiovese clones.

12 Sangiovese clones.

14 Sangiovese clones.

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In Italy, Sangiovese accounts for approximately 9% of all planted wine vines - this would make Sangiovese ranked at which position in the top planted wine grapes in Italy?

First

Second

Third

Fourth

5 / 12

Sangiovese is the main component of red wines from: Chianti Classico DOCG, Carmignano DOCG, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Morellino di Scansano DOCG and Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. But by law which of the following must occur to be classified as Brunello di Montalcino DOCG?

Must be crafted from 75% Sangiovese and aged for at least 2 years.

Must be crafted from 80% Sangiovese and aged for at least 2 years.

Must be crafted from 90% Sangiovese and aged for at least 4 years.

Must be crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for at least 4 years.

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Sangiovese is quite particular about where it grows, so as to be able to best express itself in quality red wines. Which of the following is true when growing Sangiovese?

It requires a short growing season, as it buds late and is quick to ripen.

It requires a medium growing season, as it buds late and is normal to ripen.

It requires a normal growing season, as it buds late and is slightly slow to ripen.

It requires a long growing season, as it buds early and typically slow to fully ripen.

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When crafting Chianti Classico blended red wines - winemakers are allowed to add, traditional & local varietals such as Mammolo, Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet & even Merlot. But since 2006 what has been outlawed from Chianti Classico red wines?

White wine grapes have been outlawed from Chianti Classico red wines.

Using French oak barrels has been outlawed from Chianti Classico red wines.

Using cultured (non-wild) yeast for fermentation has been outlawed in Chianti Classico wines.

Playing Barry Manilow records while ageing in oak has been outlawed in Chianti Classico wines.

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Which of the following is not a certified clone / name of Sangiovese planted and grown in Tuscany - Italy, and used to produce quality red wines?

Prugnolo Gentile

Sangiovese Grosso

Sangiovese Mezzo

Sangiovese Piccolo

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Sangiovese when ripe is natural high in tannins & fruit acidity, plus during winemaking is readily takes on oak notes & flavours when aged in barrel - which of the following are typical Sangiovese aromas & flavours?

Ripe red cherries, wild berries and plums.

Liquorice, violets, herbs and subtle spice notes.

Wild underbrush characters, plus leather, tobacco and oak notes.

All of the Above.

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Since 2005 quality Sangiovese based red wine from Chianti Classico wineries have used the registered trademark / icon ‘Gallo Nero’ for the ‘Consorzio del Vino Chianti Classico’. Gallo Nero translates to which of the following?

Red Ribbon

Red Rooster

Black Rooster

Black Ribbon

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Sangiovese's natural character & moderate alcohol make it a very food-friendly style when it comes to wine & food pairing. Which of the following is an ideal wine & food pairing with a Sangiovese-based red wine?

Mild pasta dishes with a tomato-based sauce.

Classic thin based pizzas with mild sauces and seasoning.

Grilled or bbq’d pork chops or lamb cutlets with subtle seasoning.

All of the Above.

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Which of the following Italian wineries is located at the heart of the Chianti Classico wine region - and is renowned for producing quality, highly regarded Sangiovese based red wines?

Ca’ del Bosco

Cecchi

Fontanafredda

Pasqua

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