How well do you know Champagne? 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 what the term ‘Blanc de Blancs’ refers?● Or - You think you know the designated areas within the Champagne region?Take this short Champagne quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Where in France is the Champagne wine region located? 145km’s North of Paris 145km’s North-East of Paris 145km’s South-East of Paris Not even near the city of Paris 2 / 12 Which are the three 'primary' grape varietals used for crafting Champagne Wine? Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Gris Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier & Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc & Sauvignon Blanc 3 / 12 On average worldwide - approximately how many bottles of Champagne are sold each year? 150 million bottles 200 million bottles 300 million bottles 400 million bottles 4 / 12 Which was the official Champagne served at the Royal Wedding of Prince William & Kate Middleton? Champagne Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve NV Champagne Pol Roger Brut Réserve NV Champagne Veuve Clicquot Brut NV Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut NV 5 / 12 In which year was the Champagne wine region made a UNESCO Heritage Site? 2000 2005 2010 2015 6 / 12 What does ‘NV’ stand for on the wine label of a bottle of Champagne? Not Valuable Non-Vintage Non-Vinified Numbered Vat 7 / 12 The Champagne bottle named 'Nebuchadnezzar' contains how many standard 750ml bottles? 15 20 24 30 8 / 12 When reading a Champagne wine label, what does the term ‘Blanc de Blancs’ refer to? A Champagne made from any combination of white grapes. A Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. A Champagne made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes. A Champagne that is very light in colour. 9 / 12 The term dosage (or liqueur d'expedition) refers to what? The mix of yeast and sugar added to start secondary fermentation. The process of rotating the bottles gradually to collect sediment in the neck. The process of freezing the neck of the bottles to remove the collected sediment. The addition of wine and sugar at the end to determine the final level of sweetness. 10 / 12 Which of the following is 'not' a designated area within the Champagne wine region? Côtes des Blancs Côte de Beaune Montagne de Reims Vallée de la Marne 11 / 12 Which process involves the gradual rotating of the Champagne bottles, to collect sediment in the neck of the bottle? Secondary fermentation Riddling Disgorging Racking 12 / 12 Who of the following was the first 'founder' of a Champagne House to visit the United States? Louis Roederer Claude Moët Charles Heidsieck Johann-Josef Krug Your score is The average score is 71% Restart quiz How well do you know Wine & Seafood Pairing ? 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 about wine & seafood pairing ?● Or - You think you know the ideal wine to serve with smoked trout ?Take this short Wine & Seafood Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Starting things off with oysters served natural in their shell, on a bed of ice with a few pieces of lemon to squeeze over if you like - which of the following is a classic pairing and will complement the oysters? A sweeter style Pinot Gris. Late Harvest Dessert Wine. An old bush vine Barossa Shiraz. A classic Chablis style white wine. 2 / 12 Steamed or pan-fried fillet of white fish, served with asparagus spears or broccolini on a bed of risotto - which of the following is an 'ideal' pairing to complement these fresh flavours? A sparkling Lambrusco. An Oloroso Style Sherry from Spain. A bright, young, varietal style Sauvignon Blanc. A young, oak aged style of Cabernet Sauvignon. 3 / 12 You are having a classic Italian summer lunchtime dish - a sardine salad, served with olives, capers and a mixed green salad with dressing - which of the following wines is a classic pairing? Primitivo Vin Santo Pinot Grigio Valpolicella 4 / 12 You decide to have a grilled or bbq’d fillet of salmon, well-seasoned and served with eggplant, roast cherry tomatoes and rocket salad - which of the following wines could you serve to complement all these flavours? A light style Beaujolais served slightly chilled. An oak-aged or barrel fermented Sauvignon Blanc. A quality, well balanced Rosé wine in a dry or off-dry style. All of the Above. 5 / 12 You are lucky enough to catch or be in a restaurant serving smoked trout, served with green vegetables and a rich sauce - which of the following wines would not be an ideal pairing? Amarone Fumé Blanc Pouilly Fumé Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc 6 / 12 You are enjoying a classic summer dish of scallops served with a light, herb infused olive oil dressing - which of the following wines would 'clash' with the delicate flavours? Madeira Malvasia Bianca Marsanne Muscadet 7 / 12 You are cooking or ordering some squid / calamari - served with rocket and an olive oil dressing or a dipping sauce - which of the following wines would 'overpower' the subtle flavours? Verdelho Vermentino Vin Jaune Vouvray 8 / 12 If you were in Spain or a Spanish themed restaurant and you ordered a classic seafood Paella - served with crusted rice - which of the following wines is not a classic pairing? Amontillado Sherry Fino Sherry Manzanillo Sherry Pedro Ximénez Sherry 9 / 12 You are grilling some fresh prawn kebabs and serving them with a sweet and sour sauce - which of the following wines would 'clash' & 'overpower' the prawns? Aglianico Airen Albariño Arneis 10 / 12 You are about to enjoy some crayfish or lobster - served with a light aioli or mayonnaise dipping sauce - which of the following wine styles would not be a complementary pairing? Chablis Champagne Condrieu Cornas 11 / 12 You are about to enjoy some Thai Fish Cakes served with a red chilli-dipping sauce - which of the following wines would make the dish even 'more intense' on the palate and not pair well? Gewürztraminer Grechetto Grenache Grüner Veltliner 12 / 12 You are about to enjoy a slow baked fish pie, with a thick crust and a rich creamy sauce - which of the following wines would not quite step up to this dish and be 'overpowered' by the pie? Barrel Fermented Chardonnay Oak Aged Chardonnay Unoaked Chardonnay Vintage Champagne Your score is The average score is 75% Restart quiz How well do you know Port Wine? 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 main grapes are used to make Port?● Or - You think you know the ideal temperatures to serve Port Wines?Take this short Port Wine quiz and find out. 1 / 12 What is the name of the Portuguese city where Port Wines are aged? Porto Vila Nova de Gaia Lisbon Braga 2 / 12 There are 5 main traditional grape varietals used to make 'red' Port wine in the Douro Valley. Which option below contains the correct 5 red grapes? Touriga Nacional - Tinta Roriz - Tinta Barroca - Touriga Branca - Tinto Cão Tinta Barroca - Tinta Carvalha - Touriga Franca - Malvasia Preta - Tinta Roriz Touriga Franca - Sousão - Touriga Nacional - Tinta Amarela - Malvasia Preta Touriga Nacional - Touriga Franca - Tinta Barroca - Tinta Roriz - Tinto Cão 3 / 12 The Douro in Portugal was the 2nd wine region in the world to be officially classified (after Tokaji in Hungary). In which year did this happen? 1756 1786 1826 1856 4 / 12 What is the name of the traditional square, shallow foot treading tanks made typically from granite - typically a meter in depth, used to crush Port grapes? Mesa Cesto Lagare Quinta 5 / 12 Which of the following is 'not' an official style of Port wine? White Port Colheita Port Red Port Tawny Port 6 / 12 With the exception of a special category of *(Light, Dry White & Rosé) Port. Typically Port wine is fortified to an alcohol strength of between which from the following? 12% - 15% 15% - 17% 17% - 19% 19% - 22% 7 / 12 Which of these red Port wines is not produced from a 'single' vintage? Colheita Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Tawny Vintage 8 / 12 What is the name of the traditional boats used to transport Port wine barrels down the Douro River? Caravel Gondola Rabelo Sailing Ship 9 / 12 Which of the following temperatures should 'White Port' wine ideally 'not' be served at? 6-7ºC 8-9ºC 10-11ºC 14-18ºC 10 / 12 Which of the following is the best, most ideal food pairing with Vintage Port? Apple Pie Grilled Fish Roast Chicken Rich Chocolate Cake 11 / 12 Which year did the Douro Wine Region receive the UNESCO World Heritage Site classification? 1991 1995 1997 2001 12 / 12 After a bottle of Port is opened, its preservation will depend on the style of Port and its careful storage. What is the suggested period of time to keep a ‘Tawny' Port open? 3 - 4 days 3 - 4 weeks 3 - 4 months 3 - 4 years Your score is The average score is 97% Restart quiz How well do you know Sherry? 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 how & where Sherry is made ?● Or - You think you know the names of all the different styles of Sherry ?Take this short Sherry Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following, are the names of three primary grapes used to make Sherry? Albariño, Pedro Ximénez & Moscatel Palomino, Pedro Ximénez & Malvasía Palomino, Pedro Ximénez & Moscatel Parellada, Pedro Ximénez & Moscatel 2 / 12 Sherry is produced between the 3 villages of: Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlúcar de Barrameda and El Puerto de Santa María. What is this area also known as? Spain’s ‘Sherry Circle’ Spain’s ‘Sherry Solera’ Spain’s ‘Sherry Pyramid’ Spain’s ‘Sherry Triangle’ 3 / 12 To make Sherry which is a 'fortified' wine, grape spirit must be added..? To the grapes during the pressing process. To the wine before fermentation has finished. To the wine after fermentation has finished. To the finished, aged wine on the bottling line. 4 / 12 Flor is a thick protective layer of yeast that rests on top of the ageing Sherry. What is Flor’s primary food source which encourages it to grow? Acidity Alcohol Aldehydes Sugar 5 / 12 Which of the following Sherry’s is made and ages until ready, under a complete thick layer of 'Flor'? Amontillado Fino Sherry Oloroso Sherry Pedro Ximénez 6 / 12 Why is a Pedro Ximénez Sherry (also known as P.X.) a sweet style wine? It is made from botrytis affected grapes. It is made from late harvest grapes. It is made from raisined grapes. It is sweetened after fermentation. 7 / 12 Sanlúcar de Barrameda is the village where which of the following Sherry wines is renowned for? Oloroso Sherry is the renowned style here. Manzanilla Sherry is the renowned style here. Palo Cortado Sherry is the renowned style here. Pedro Ximénez Sherry is the renowned style here. 8 / 12 Which of the following Sherries is not classified as a 'Fino' before aging in oak barrel? Amontillado Fino Manzanilla Pedro Ximénez 9 / 12 Which of the following is the name given to the barrel houses in which Sherry ages and matures? Lodges Bodegas Chais Copitas 10 / 12 The process used in the production of all styles of Sherry (dry or sweet) is called a 'Solera' System. Which of the following best describes this process? Oak barrels in a solera are arranged in different groups or tiers, called criaderas. Each scale contains wine of the same style and age. When a fraction of wine is extracted from the solera, it will be replaced with the same amount of wine from the criadera which is younger and typically less complex. The oldest criaderas or scale, holds the style of Sherry wine ready to be bottled and sold. All of the Above. 11 / 12 Which of the following is the ideal ‘temperature range’ to serve all styles of Sherry? 4-6°C 6-8°C 8-10°C 16-18°C 12 / 12 Typically a Pedro Ximénez 'P.X. Sherry' is best described by which of the following? The grapes are commonly picked mature and then dried on mats (partially dehydrated) in the sun. The residual sugar in Pedro Ximénez wines is typically between 300 - 500 grams per litre. The best examples display inviting, sweet aromas, rich flavours of chocolate, toffee, coffee and spices. All of the Above. Your score is The average score is 0% Restart quiz How well do you know Winemaking Terms? 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 name of a barrel maker?● Or - You think you know the different techniques to make a Rosé wine?Take this short Winemaking Terms quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following is the ‘technical term’ used to describe the process of winemaking…? Oenophilia Veraison Vinification Viticulture 2 / 12 A person who makes (crafts by hand) oak wine barrels is known as a...? Barrelmaker Carpenter Cooper Woodworker 3 / 12 Which of the following is a measurement of a grape's sugar content, indicating its ripeness level at harvest time? Brix Glycaemic Index Residual Sugar Weight of Bunch 4 / 12 The winemaking term ‘skin contact’ refers to which of the following? Stomping or the pressing of the grapes with bare feet. Steeping the grape skins in juice or fermenting wine to provide colour, aroma & flavour. Putting different fruit skins into wine - to add flavours such as citrus, peach or blackberries etc. The mouthfeel of the wine inside your mouth when you are tasting the wine. 5 / 12 What is the term for the layer of grape skins and stems that forms on the top of fermenting wine? The Cap The Ceiling The Crown The Crust 6 / 12 Which of the following is the French term, meaning ‘to bleed’ - referring to the technique when lightly coloured red grape juice is drawn off from a tank to make a Rosé wine? Blushing Saignée Sans Rouge Tache 7 / 12 Which of the following is the term used to describe the dead yeast cells and other sediment that a wine may be aged on inside a stainless tank or oak barrel? Batonnage Crust Lees Sur lie 8 / 12 What is the name of the process by which wine is transferred from one barrel into an empty-clean barrel, leaving the sediment behind? Riddling Racking Reducing Rémontage 9 / 12 Known as ‘Pigéage’ in French, what is the process of breaking up the cap (the layer of grape skins) on top of fermenting red wine? Cutting up Drilling down Lifting up Punching down 10 / 12 Which of the following is the correct order in the vinification - winemaking process? Crush, barrel aging, fermentation, filtering. Crush, fermentation, barrel aging, filtering. Crush, fermentation, filtering, barrel aging. Crush, filtering, barrel aging, fermentation. 11 / 12 Called ‘Rémontage’ in French, what is the process of transferring red wine from the bottom of the tank and pouring it on to the cap? Filtering Fining Pumping Over Racking 12 / 12 When yeast stops converting grape sugars to alcohol before the fermentation process been fully completed, this is called what...? Broken Fermentation Burnt-Out Fermentation Saturated Fermentation Stuck Fermentation Your score is The average score is 96% Restart quiz How well do you know Sauvignon Blanc ? 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 Sauvignon Blanc ?● Or - You think you know the best wine regions for producing Sauvignon Blanc ?Take this short Sauvignon Blanc Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following is regarded as Sauvignon Blanc's most important wine region in France? Alsace Burgundy Loire Valley Rhône Valley 2 / 12 DNA testing has identified that Sauvignon Blanc and which other grape varietal are the genetic parents of Cabernet Sauvignon? Cabernet Blanc Cabernet Dorsa Cabernet Franc Cabernet Mitos 3 / 12 Sauvignon Blanc is known for its herbaceous characters like cut grass, capsicum, dried herbs and gooseberries. Which of the following flavours compounds is responsible? Brettanomyces Essence of Marlborough Methoxypyrazines Rotundone 4 / 12 Sauvignon Blanc is good at expressing mineral flavours imparted by the soils in which it is grown. Which of the following soil types are ideal for the grapes flavour profile? Chalk Flint Gravel All of the Above. 5 / 12 In which of the following wine regions is Sauvignon Blanc known to excel and produce aromatic wines with vibrant, lively crisp fruit flavours? Casablanca Valley - Chile Marlborough - New Zealand Napa Valley - California All of the Above. 6 / 12 Fumé Blanc is a unique 'smoky' style of Sauvignon Blanc revitalised and made famous by which of the following American winemakers? Jacob Schramsberg Jacques Fumé Blanc James Barret Robert Mondavi 7 / 12 Pouilly-Fumé in one of the two wine regions in the Loire Valley known for quality Sauvignon Blanc wines - which is the other wine appellation? Muscadet Pouilly-Fuissé Sancerre Vouvray 8 / 12 Which of the following Bordeaux ‘First-Growths’ is the only estate to make a 'dry' Sauvignon Blanc wine blend renowned for its quality? Château Haut-Brion Château Lablanc Château Lafite Rothschild Château Latour 9 / 12 Which of the following white wine styles is the odd one out? Fumé Blanc Pouilly-Fuissé Pouilly-Fumé Sancerre 10 / 12 The Bordeaux wine region crafts dynamic white wines from Sauvignon Blanc, which is the other grape varietal sometimes blended with it? Chardonnay Chenin Blanc Muscadet Sémillon 11 / 12 Which of the following Chilean wine regions is regarded as the best for producing quality Sauvignon Blanc wines? Aconcagua Valley Casablanca Valley Colchagua Valley Maule Valley 12 / 12 In New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc plays an important part in the wine industry. In 2020 there was a total of 39,935ha of vines planted across the country. What percentage of the total planted area do Sauvignon Blanc vines cover? 38% - 15,000ha 50% - 20,000ha 63% - 25,000ha 75% - 30,000ha Your score is The average score is 75% Restart quiz How well do you know Cabernet Sauvignon ? 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 Cabernet Sauvignon ?● Or - You think you know the ideal food pairings with Cabernet Sauvignon ?Take this short Cabernet Sauvignon Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 In the 1990's DNA testing confirmed Cabernet Sauvignon was a cross between which 'two' grape varietals back in the 17th century? Cabernet Franc & Merlot Cabernet Franc & Malbec Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon Blanc 2 / 12 In Bordeaux during vintages when Cabernet Sauvignon struggles to fully ripen, which of the following earlier ripening varietals is used as a blending component? Grenache Merlot Syrah Tempranillo 3 / 12 Cabernet Sauvignon as a grape varietal can grow well in many different soil types. Which of the following is not ideal soil conditions? Chalk Gravel Loam Volcanic 4 / 12 Because of Cabernet Sauvignon’s rich character, structure and tannins, it is often vinified using many different winemaking techniques - 'except' which of the following? Destemming Grapes Malolactic Fermentation Lengthy Aging in Oak Barrels Secondary Fermentation 5 / 12 Which of the following countries has more planted area of Cabernet Sauvignon than any other varietal - and with most of its premium quality wines being crafted from it? Argentina Australia Chile New Zealand 6 / 12 Cabernet Sauvignon is the base varietal and backbone to all but 'one' of the following top Bordeaux wines? Château Lafite Rothschild Château Latour Château Margaux Château Pétrus 7 / 12 Which of the following characteristics is often associated with Cabernet Sauvignon predominant red wines? Rich, dark berry fruit flavours. A herbal, minty or peppery aroma. Full bodied, firm structure & good tannins. All of the Above. 8 / 12 In which way can quality, well-made Cabernet Sauvignon wines benefit from time in the cellar? Their tannin structure begins to soften, making the wine more elegant. Primary ripe fruit flavours evolve into more complex secondary flavours. It is known for going through a quiet phase in aroma and flavour, which passes with time. All of the Above. 9 / 12 Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the key varietals of Bordeaux, thriving on the Left Bank. Which of the following wine appellations is not planted with Cabernet? Barsac Margaux Pessac-Léognan Saint-Julien 10 / 12 Cabernet Sauvignon is an important grape varietal and wine in which of the following regions? Hawke’s Bay in New Zealand. The 'Left Bank' in Bordeaux - France. The 'Maipo Valley' in Chile All of the Above. 11 / 12 Cabernet Sauvignon crafted as a full-bodied red wine pairs ‘best’ with which of the following dishes? Grilled / bbq'd red meats such as beef or venison. Grilled white fish, served with a green salad. Lightly steamed green vegetables. None of the Above. 12 / 12 Which of the following owner / winemakers is well known for consistently crafting well balanced Cabernet Sauvignon predominant red wines...? Aurelio Montes - Montes Wines - Chile. Geoff Merrill - Geoff Merrill Wines - Australia. Peter Robertson - Brookfields Vineyards - NZ. All of the Above. Your score is The average score is 71% Restart quiz How well do you know Rosé Wines ? 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 how rosé wine is made ?● Or - You think you know the different styles of rosé wines ?Take this short Rosé Wine Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 The most favoured way to make rosé wine is to let red grape skins stay in contact with the juice for a short period of time. Which of the following techniques, results in a rosé wine produced as a by-product - where juice is ‘bled off’ from a red wine fermentation tank to improve the primary red wine, making it more intense? Blending Method Concentration Method Saignée Method Skin Contact Method 2 / 12 Some rosé wines are not fermented completely dry - resulting in a 'sweet' style pink wine. What is this style commonly called in the United States? Blush Wine Spring Wine Summer Wine Sweet Rosé Wine 3 / 12 Which of the following winemaking techniques is commonly used to make quality Rosé Champagne? Tache (to stain) the wine after disgorgement, and before putting the cork into the bottle. The blending of a small amount of red wine into a white wine cuvée before ‘secondary’ fermentation. The Méthode Champenoise technique, but using only red/pink juice grape varietals. The Saignée method, the bleeding-off of pink juice from the vat of wine grapes. 4 / 12 Most wine enthusiasts around the world know and call these pink wines as rosé. But what other term is used to label particular rosé wines around the world? Oeil de Perdrix Rosado or Rosato Vin Gris All of the Above. 5 / 12 In the Rhône Valley this appellation is famous for its rosé wine - in fact it is the only style of wine allowed to carry its name - what is it called? Beaumes-de-Venise Châteauneuf-du-Pape Gigondas Tavel 6 / 12 Provence is considered the birthplace of French rosé wine, dating back 2600 years. Annually over 135 million bottles of rosé wine are consumed, this makes up what percentage of all Provençal wine? 90% of all Provençal wine is rosé. 70% of all Provençal wine is rosé. 50% of all Provençal wine is rosé. 30% of all Provençal wine is rosé. 7 / 12 The traditional curvy, bowling-pin shaped wine bottle used for rosé wine in Provence (southern France) is sometimes called, referred to as what? The forme courbée The flûte à corset The figure féminine The bouteille rosé 8 / 12 France consumes more rosé than white wine, and is the world's largest producer of rosé. They produce approximately how much of the world's total rosé production? Approx. 10% of the world's total rosé production. Approx. 15% of the world's total rosé production. Approx. 20% of the world's total rosé production. Approx. 30% of the world's total rosé production. 9 / 12 Which of the following is the best conditions to serve and enjoy a glass of rosé wine? Aged for at least 3-5 years and decanted. At room temperature, with a little bit of cellaring. Served chilled at 8-10°C, with none or little cellaring. Served with 3 large ice-cubes and a dash of tonic water. 10 / 12 Which of the following 2018 Rosé wines - won 'Best of Show & Best Value' - at the annual 'Best Rosé Wine Competition 2019' run by James Suckling? Château Routas Rosé 2018 Hewitson ‘Belle Ville' Rosé 2018 Marqués de Cáceres Rosado 2018 Pasqua '11-Minutes' Rosé 2018 11 / 12 Which of the following is an ideal cuisine pairing suggestion with a chilled rosé wine? Rosé wine paired with prawn kebabs. Rosé wine paired with a salmon salad. Rosé wine paired with sushi & sashimi. All of the Above. 12 / 12 Which of the following Champagne Houses only make a 'Vintage’ Rosé Champagne? Charles Heidsieck Champagne Drappier Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Pol Roger Champagne Your score is The average score is 61% Restart quiz How well do you know Riesling ? 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 where is the home of Riesling ?● Or - You think you know the best places in the world to produce Riesling ?Take this short Riesling Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 In which of the following countries is Riesling the most planted grape varietal, along with being its historic and spiritual home? Austria France Germany Italy 2 / 12 The Riesling grape varietal is well suited to cool climates - what is one of the varietals attributes…? Botrytis can concentrate the grapes sugars & results in superb sweet wines. Late bud-burst and flowering after spring frosts. The varietal has naturally high acidity. All of the Above. 3 / 12 Riesling rarely achieves the sugar levels of other varietals, and are often only partially fermented. Resulting in Riesling wines which are generally low in…? Alcohol Aromatics Popularity Sweetness 4 / 12 The renowned Mosel wine region of Germany, has some of the world's steepest vineyards. How do this conditions help Riesling grow…? Rainfall drains down the slopes, rather than resting under the vines. Thin, stony, slate soils which contribute distinctive mineral characteristics. The grape vines are exposed to the maximum amount of sunlight. All of the Above. 5 / 12 Because of Riesling’s affinity for cool conditions, Riesling has found its home in cooler-climate wine regions around the world. Which of the following is one…? Ontario - Canada Tasmania - Australia Waipara Valley - New Zealand All of the Above. 6 / 12 In Germany, Riesling concentrated by ‘noble rot’ make sweet wines, designated Beerenauslese & Trockenbeerenauslese. In which French wine region are Riesling botrytis wines labelled ‘Sélection de Grains Nobles…? Alsace Beaumes de Venice Loire Valley Sauternes 7 / 12 Even the hot continent of Australia has found a home for Riesling - in which region does the grape thrive…? Clare Valley Eden Valley Tasmania All of the Above. 8 / 12 Riesling has become the hallmark wine of which of the following cool-climate American wine regions…? Charlottesville - Virginia Finger Lakes - New York Sonoma - California Willamette Valley - Oregon 9 / 12 Classic German Riesling wines, typically express which of the following characters…? Aged for a long time in oak. High in acidity and low in alcohol. Made from dry to very sweet in style. Answers B. & C. 10 / 12 Which of the following is not an ideal food pairing with a Riesling wine from a cooler climate…? Calamari Beef Kebabs Prawn Salad Sushi & Sashimi 11 / 12 Riesling is one of the most planted grape varietals in New Zealand - where *(as of 2020) does it currently rank…? 3rd - most planted grape varietal in NZ. 4th - most planted grape varietal in NZ. 5th - most planted grape varietal in NZ. 6th - most planted grape varietal in NZ. 12 / 12 In the Alsace wine region of France, what is a ‘Late Harvest’ Riesling wine called…? Auslese Sauternes Tokaji Aszú Vendange Tardive Your score is The average score is 73% Restart quiz How well do you know Pinot Noir ? 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 history behind Pinot Noir ?● Or - You think you know where the best Pinot Noir wines are made ?Take this short Pinot Noir quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following wine regions in France makes some of the world’s best Pinot Noir? Bordeaux Burgundy Chablis Northern Rhône 2 / 12 A Champagne which is made from 100% Pinot Noir is typically named and labelled what? Blanc de Blancs Blanc de Cuvee Blanc de Noirs Blanc de Pinots 3 / 12 In 1395 the Duke of Burgundy decreed that Pinot Noir would be the region’s primary red varietal. Which of the following grapes was ordered to be pulled out and banned from being planted? Cabernet Sauvignon Gamay Merlot Syrah 4 / 12 Which of the following is the southern-most appellation in the Côte de Beaune which makes Pinot Noir? Pommard Puligny-Montrachet Saint Aubin Santenay 5 / 12 Which of the following is not an alternative name for Pinot Noir? Weissburgunder Spätburgunder Rulandské Modré Pinot Nero 6 / 12 Which of the following best describes the Pinot Noir grape varietal? A warm climate grape with a thick skin, difficult to grow, makes wines with power and full body. A thin skinned grape which takes to noble rot extremely well, making some of the world’s best sweet wines. A highly aromatic grape, which is easy to grow, and blends well with Cabernet Sauvignon. A cool climate grape, with a thin skin, difficult to ripen, with the potential to make elegant red wines. 7 / 12 Which of the following wine regions are not recognised for crafting premium quality Pinot Noir? Alexander Valley, Barossa Valley, Jerez Central Otago, Alto-Adige, Mornington Peninsula Oregon, Anderson Valley, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Walker Bay, Côte-d'Or, Martinborough 8 / 12 New Zealand is highly regarded for its styles of Pinot Noir. In which part of the country does it thrive? Central Otago Martinborough Nelson All of the Above. 9 / 12 Pinot Noir is agreed to be a difficult grape to grow and ripen. Which of the following characteristics contribute to this reputation? It demands plenty of attention in the vineyard. Thin grape skins susceptible to fungal diseases. The varietal has a low tolerance of frost and high temperatures. All of the Above. 10 / 12 The South African grape varietal Pinotage is a cross between which two other red grapes? Pinot Noir & Aligoté Pinot Noir & Cinsault Pinot Noir & Merlot Pinot Noir & Pinot Grigio 11 / 12 Which of the following are the official grape varietals now allowed to make wine in Burgundy? Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay and Aligoté Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Viognier Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay and Riesling 12 / 12 Pinot Noir is in the top 10 most planted grape varietals in the world, where does it currently rank..? Number 6 Number 7 Number 8 Number 9 Your score is The average score is 73% Restart quiz How well do you know Chardonnay ? 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 genetic parents of Chardonnay ?● Or - You think you know where the best Chardonnay's in Australia are made ?Take this short Chardonnay quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following are the genetic Vitis Vinifera parents of Chardonnay? Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon Blanc Gamay Noir and Pinot Blanc Pinot Noir & Gouais Blanc Viognier & Pinot Gris 2 / 12 Which of the following factors contribute to making Chardonnay such a popular varietal? It thrives in a wide range of climates and soil types. It can be crafted into a wide variety of styles. At its best, it produces a complex expression and sense of place. All of the Above. 3 / 12 Which of the following wine regions in France is renown for producing high quality Chardonnay wine? Alsace Burgundy Cahors Rhône Valley 4 / 12 Which of the following wine regions in Australia have a reputation for making some of the best Chardonnays in the world? Adelaide Hills, Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula. Barossa Valley, Hunter Valley, Murray Darling. Coonawarra, Riverland, Perth Hills. Walkabout Creek, Waratah National Park, Bondi. 5 / 12 Chardonnay is the key grape varietal for white Burgundy wines, but which other grape can be used? Aligoté Marsanne Riesling Viognier 6 / 12 Which of the following winemaking processes does Chardonnay often go through before bottling? Adding of Grape Spirit Malolactic Fermentation Metodo Italiano Pasteurization 7 / 12 The world’s best crafted Chardonnay wines can age comfortably for…? 3 - 5 years 5 - 7 years 10 - 20 years Chardonnay does not age well and should be enjoyed within 2-3 years. 8 / 12 Which of the following is a 'classic' food pairing with a Chablis? Mussels Oysters Roast Chicken Seafood Chowder 9 / 12 Which of the following is an ideal food pairing with a barrel-fermented, full-bodied Chardonnay? A dark chocolate torte with a dark berry-coulis. A fresh green bean salad with a lemon vinaigrette. A medium-rare grilled eye-fillet steak with a wine-jus. A roasted, stuffed chicken breast with a herb-butter sauce. 10 / 12 Which of the following is not an appellation in Burgundy where Chardonnay is successfully grown? Corton Charlemagne Meursault Montrachet Pouilly-Fumé 11 / 12 When did the Burgundy wine region in France (the home of Chardonnay); became a UNESCO World Heritage Site? July 2000 July 2005 July 2010 July 2015 12 / 12 Chardonnay is in the top 10 most planted grape varietals in the world, where does it currently rank..? Number 3 Number 5 Number 7 Number 9 Your score is The average score is 64% Restart quiz How well do you know Syrah / Shiraz ? 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 spiritual home of Syrah ?● Or - You think you know the best places in the world to produce Shiraz ?Take this short Syrah / Shiraz quiz and find out. 1 / 12 It was once thought that Syrah originated around the Persian (now Iranian) city of Shiraz. But recent research has proved the grape is actually indigenous to where? The Ancient City of Syracuse in Sicily. The back-blocks of Hawke’s Bay in New Zealand. The Barossa Valley in South-Australia. The Rhône Valley in South-Eastern France. 2 / 12 Syrah is a fairly resilient grape varietal, but thrives best in which of the following growing conditions? Damp conditions, with high exposure of botrytis. Hot and dry conditions, in loam and sandy soils. Slightly windy, mild conditions, in schist and granite soils. Both B and C 3 / 12 It is common practice in the Northern Rhône appellation of Côte-Rôtie, as well as in parts of Australia, to co-ferment Syrah with small amounts of which white grape varietal? Chardonnay Pinot Blanc Riesling Viognier 4 / 12 What is the relationship of the Syrah grape varietal to Petite Sirah? They are the same grape. Petite Sirah is a mutation of Syrah. Syrah is a parent varietal of Petite Sirah. They are first cousins, so should not marry. 5 / 12 Which of the following wine appellations is known for growing world-class Syrah / Shiraz? Barossa Valley - Australia Hermitage, Rhône Valley - France Paso Robles, California - USA All of the Above. 6 / 12 Which one of the following wine regions is not renowned for its quality Syrah / Shiraz production? Barossa Valley Central Otago Hawke’s Bay Hermitage 7 / 12 The spiritual home of Syrah is in the Rhône Valley - France, why is it so successful in other wine growing regions around the world? It adapts well to both hot and mild climates if grown in relatively dry conditions. It is great at expressing terroir, with its wines showing dark fruits to herbal to mineral notes. It is great at expressing terroir, with its wines showing dark fruits to herbal to mineral notes. All of the Above. 8 / 12 Which of the following is the most likely explanation why the Australian's name Syrah - ‘Shiraz’? Syrah is a French translation of Shiraz, named after the Persian (now Iranian) city. The EU designated Syrah as a protected name - so not to be used outside of France. The original Australian alphabet did not have the letter Y. When it was first planted in Australia, they knew it as ‘Scyras’ or ‘Ciras’ and the Australian accent took it from there. 9 / 12 In the California wine region of the States, Syrah grows well in which of the following appellations? Edna Valley Napa Valley Sierra Foothills All of the Above. 10 / 12 According to the Barossa Valley ‘Old Vine Charter’ in Australia. What age must a Shiraz vine achieve to be classified and given ‘Ancestor Vine’ status? 55 years of age. 85 years of age 105 years of age 125 years of age 11 / 12 Syrah is one of the grapes allowed to be used in the production of Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine. Which of the following grapes are also permitted? Grenache Mourvèdre Piquepoul Noir All of the Above. 12 / 12 Quality Syrah (and Syrah blended wines) are being made in California. What is the ‘nick-name’ of the famed group of winemakers which produce these wines? The Rhône Rangers The Syrah Bandits The Syrah Lovers The Syrah Rockers Your score is The average score is 69% Restart quiz How well do you know Merlot ? 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 where is the home of Merlot ?● Or - You think you know the best places in the world to produce Merlot ?Take this short Merlot Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 In which of the following French wine regions is Merlot the most widely planted red grape varietal? Beaujolais Bordeaux Châteauneuf de Pape Rhône Valley 2 / 12 Merlot is one of the 5 classic Bordeaux red wine grape varietals. Which of the following grapes is not in this famous group? Cabernet Franc Malbec Petit Verdot Syrah 3 / 12 Several wine appellations in France use Merlot as a key blending component. Which of the following wine regions does not depend on Merlot for its wines? Cahors Pomerol Saint-Émilion Tain-l'Hermitage 4 / 12 Merlot is blended with other Bordeaux red grape varietals to add what quality to the final wine? Tropical fruits Strong tannins Soft palate texture Spicy notes 5 / 12 The name Merlot is derived from the French word ‘merle’, which translates to which of the following? Early Bird Blackbird Small Berries Smooth Wine 6 / 12 In which of the following wine regions is Merlot successfully planted and producing quality red wines? Coonawarra Hawke's Bay Tuscany All of the Above. 7 / 12 Which of the following red wine grapes is a parent grape varietal of Merlot? Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc Carmenère Mourvèdre 8 / 12 Which of the following is a key challenge when trying to grow and ripen Merlot? It starts the growing season early, making it prone to spring frosts. The grape bunches can often develop unevenly. It can over-ripen quickly and easily. All of the Above. 9 / 12 In which 2004 Movie did the main character passionately & dramatically 'refuse' to drink Merlot wine? Sidecar Sidekick Sidewalk Sideways 10 / 12 In the Bordeaux wine region of France, where is the 'spiritual' home of the Merlot grape varietal? Central Bank Left Bank Right Bank Savings Bank 11 / 12 Merlot is one of the most planted grape varietals around the world - where does it currently rank? First Second Third Fourth 12 / 12 Which of the following famous Bordeaux wineries is not renowned for producing quality Merlot dominant wines? Château Ausone Château Latour Château Le Pin Château Petrus Your score is The average score is 60% Restart quiz How well do you know Prosecco ? 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 Prosecco ?● Or - You think you know the typical method of producing Prosecco ?Take this short Prosecco Quiz and find out. 1 / 12 Which of the following grape varietals is Prosecco predominantly (85% by law) made from? Chardonnay Glera Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio 2 / 12 In which of the following Italian wine regions is the Prosecco DOCG area located? Abruzzo Piedmont Tuscany Veneto 3 / 12 What method of sparkling wine production is predominantly used to make Prosecco? CO2 - Gas Injection Method Italiano Method - (Tank Method) Méthode Traditionnelle - (Traditional Method) Transfer Method 4 / 12 On the 1st of August in which year did the Prosecco wine area - between the towns of ‘Conegliano & Valdobbiadene’ in the Treviso province get Italy’s 44th - DOCG classification? 1969 1993 2003 2009 5 / 12 Which of the following is in order of - ‘Driest to Sweetest’ for the labelling on Prosecco? Brut • Extra Dry • Dry Extra Dry • Dry • Brut Dry • Extra Dry • Brut Extra Dry • Brut • Dolce 6 / 12 Thankfully their concerns did not eventuate, but some Prosecco producers created widespread media fears of what back in 2015? A potentially devastating new vine disease was discovered in the area. A dormant volcano in the region had started showing signs of possible eruption. Due to worldwide growing demand, there could be a shortage of Prosecco. The regions predicted earthquakes were going to shake the grapes off the vines. 7 / 12 How many communes are there in the designated and protected Prosecco DOCG wine area? 15 13 11 9 8 / 12 Which of the following is a good description and characteristic personality of Prosecco? Ripe tropical fruit and honey aromas, with generous stone-fruits and a broad, long lasting palate. Spicy and smoky, black cherry aromas, ripe, with smoky-tones of red and black fruit flavours. Toasty, nougat, caramel aromas, with palate richness from oak aging and a lingering long finish. White flower and peach aromas and flavours, with its delicate touch of balanced sweetness. 9 / 12 Prosecco by law has to be made within the designated and protected area in north-east Italy. Also by law the wine must be made of 85% Glera - but how many other grape varietals are allowed to make up the remaining 15%? 6 other grapes can go into Prosecco. 7 other grapes can go into Prosecco. 8 other grapes can go into Prosecco. 9 other grapes can go into Prosecco. 10 / 12 In which year did global sales of Prosecco overtake Champagne for the first time - selling approximately 307 million bottles of Prosecco compared to Champagne’s 304 million? 2009 2011 2013 2015 11 / 12 There is a town called Prosecco, where the making of this sparkling wine first began. But what does Prosecco mean, translate too...? Bottled sunshine. Citrus sparkling wine. Path through the woods. The world’s largest selling style of sparkling wine. 12 / 12 Prosecco is known for its lower alcohol content at around 11-12% Alc./vol. - which of the following is an ideal situation to serve & enjoy Prosecco? Served as an aperitif with friends & family. Served with rock-melon wrapped in prosciutto. Served with fresh fruit & gelato ice-cream. All of the Above. Your score is The average score is 66% Restart quiz
