WSET Level 2 Exam with complete solutions | Rated a+

WSET Level 2 Exam with complete solutions | Rated a+ If a wine is "off" it is referred to as ______ . - out-of-condition The most common fault that can be discovered on the nose is? - Cork taint: low levels - strips wine of fresh, friuty aromas high levels - adds pungent, unpleasant damp cardboard or musty smell to wine Wines that are slightly sweet are called? - off-dry Tannin is present is grapes skins. High levels of tannins indicate what type of climate? - warm/hot climate What is the body of the wine? - "mouth-feel"; richness, weight or viscosity What characteristics indicate a good wine? - well balanced, smooth, complexity, layers to wine What wine would match a rich heavyweight food? - full-bodied wines. Preferably red wine, but full-bodied white can go well What does a wine need to match tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar? - high acidity If you have a dry wine with a dessert what happens to the wine? - it will seem tart and over-acidic What component in wine is a good match with protein? - wines with high levels of tannin In order to grow a vine needs: a, b, c, d, e - a. Carbon dioxide (CO2) b. Sunlight c. Water d. Warmth e. Nutrients What affects the style and quality of wine each year? - Climate; weather conditions vary from year to year What are four vineyard activies? - 1. careful pruning