Learning Outcome #2

Question 1

Name and define the types of wine.

Answer 1

• Still: wine without effervescence: this shows that it contains little carbon dioxide gas.
• Sparkling: still wine with significant amounts of carbon dioxide.
• Fortified: wine that has neutral spirits (usually clear grape brandy) added to it.

Question 2

Identify notable characteristics of wines.

Answer 2

• Sweetness
• Acidity
• Tannin
• Alcohol
• Body

Question 3

Name the 9 primary styles of wine.

Answer 3

1. Sparkling Wine
2. Light-Bodied White Wine
3. Full-Bodied White Wine
4. Aromatic (sweet) White Wine
5. Rosé Wine
6. Light-Bodied Red Wine
7. Medium-Bodied Red Wine
8. Full-Bodied Red Wine
9. Dessert Wine