Study Guide - Rhône Valley - Intermediate

Question 1

Which of the following most accurately describes the structure of a red wine from Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOP?

Answer 1

1. Medium body, High acidity, Moderate alcohol
2. Light body, Medium acidity, High alcohol
3. Full body, Medium acidity, High alcohol (Your Answer)(Correct)
4. Full body, High acidity, Moderate Alcohol

Question 2

Grenache is a grape with elevated acidity that is prone to oxidation.

Answer 2

1. True
2. False (Your Answer)(Correct)

Question 3

Côtes du Rhône AOP may produce 100% Syrah.

Answer 3

1. True***
2. False (Your Answer)(Incorrect)

Question 4

Which of the following appellations is denoted on the map with a red A?

Answer 4

1. Saint-Péray (Your Answer)(Correct)
2. Châtillon-en-Diois
3. Coteaux de Die
4. Clairette de Bellegarde

Question 5

What is the minimum percentage of Grenache mandated for Vacqueyras AOP red wines?

Answer 5

1. 40%
2. 50% (Your Answer)(Correct)
3. 75%
4. 80%
5. 90%

Question 6

Wines produced in the Hermitage AOP must be aged in oak barrels.

Answer 6

1. True (Your Answer)(Incorrect)
2. False***