Wines Prelim 1 (HADM 4300) Exam Study Questions and Answers 2024 Graded A

Signature Grape in Loire - Chenin Blanc Vouvray - Chenin Blanc Chapitalization - Adding sugar to the grape must to boost sugar levels and produce a slightly higher alcohol level Malolactic Fermentation - Secondary fermentation that converts lambic acid to lactic acid. Can give wine a buttery taste/feel. Acidification - The addition of acid (usually tartaric) to wine. Amelioration - The addition of water and sugar to the grape must to dilute acidity and boost the alcohol level Aroma - Fragrance associated with the grape variety Bouquet - Fragrances developed in the winemaking process 4 stages of taste - Attack Evolution Finish Aftertaste What happens to red wine as it ages? - Becomes paler Fruity aromas turn leathery and earthy What individuals had significant growth impact in California's wine industry? - Robert Mondavi "Godfather of Modern California Wine" Father Junipero Serra: 1779 Estate Bottled CALIFORNIA - 100% of grapes must be grown by and wine made by the company named on the bottle Produced and Bottled By Made and bottled by CALIFORNIA - 75% of the grapes must be grown by or wine made by the company named on the bottle Bottled by CALIFORNIA - NONE Cellared and vented by CALIFORNIA - NONE Major California Grape Varieties? - RED Cabernet Sauvignon WHITE Chardonnay --- other reds: Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir other whites: Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc Geographic Factors that influence grape growing and wine production? CALIFORNIA - Sierra nevada East and the San Joaquín Valley Heat rises, cool air rushes in- creating fog. Seen mostly in coasts Major AVA's in California - Napa Valley Sonoma County Santa Barbara County Are generic names permitted in California? - Yes Are proprietary names permitted in California? - Yes Count Agosto Harazsthry - Father of California Viticulture New York State Farm Winery Act - made it easier for wineries in NY state to get permits. allowed frowner growth in NYS Allen Shoup - Father of Washington Wine Industry