Introductory Sommelier Quiz Questions
With Passed Solutions
Which of the following terms refers to the climate of a single vineyard site? CORRECT
ANSWERS mesoclimate
The majority of the world's vineyards are planted: CORRECT ANSWERS between the
30-50 degree latitude lines
Which of these is not a moderator that can help warm a microclimate? CORRECT
ANSWERS vine training system
Which type of climate is defined by its proximity to a large body of water? CORRECT
ANSWERS maritime
What is phyllorexa? CORRECT ANSWERS a vine louse that destroyed many of the
world's vineyards in the mid to late 1800's.
Name 3 positive effects of wind in a vineyard. CORRECT ANSWERS -cool a growing
region
-lend warmth and drier air
-help prevent mold or rot
What is a rain shadow? CORRECT ANSWERS a dry area on one side of the mountain
opposite the wind, rain, and generally poor weather.
Name 3 wine regions of the world that are affected by rain shadows. (Exam Question)
CORRECT ANSWERS -Cascade Mountains in Washington State(Exam Question)
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Most quality grape varieties we see today are made from which vine species?
CORRECT ANSWERS Vitis Vinifera
Explain why green harvesting is practiced. CORRECT ANSWERS It allows the vine to
decrease yields but produce fewer higher quality bunches.
American Oak barrels are generally characterized by more intense aromas of coconut
and vanilla than French oak barrels. (Exam Question) CORRECT ANSWERS True
Vinification is defined as CORRECT ANSWERS activities and decisions occurring in the
winery.
With Passed Solutions
Which of the following terms refers to the climate of a single vineyard site? CORRECT
ANSWERS mesoclimate
The majority of the world's vineyards are planted: CORRECT ANSWERS between the
30-50 degree latitude lines
Which of these is not a moderator that can help warm a microclimate? CORRECT
ANSWERS vine training system
Which type of climate is defined by its proximity to a large body of water? CORRECT
ANSWERS maritime
What is phyllorexa? CORRECT ANSWERS a vine louse that destroyed many of the
world's vineyards in the mid to late 1800's.
Name 3 positive effects of wind in a vineyard. CORRECT ANSWERS -cool a growing
region
-lend warmth and drier air
-help prevent mold or rot
What is a rain shadow? CORRECT ANSWERS a dry area on one side of the mountain
opposite the wind, rain, and generally poor weather.
Name 3 wine regions of the world that are affected by rain shadows. (Exam Question)
CORRECT ANSWERS -Cascade Mountains in Washington State(Exam Question)
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Most quality grape varieties we see today are made from which vine species?
CORRECT ANSWERS Vitis Vinifera
Explain why green harvesting is practiced. CORRECT ANSWERS It allows the vine to
decrease yields but produce fewer higher quality bunches.
American Oak barrels are generally characterized by more intense aromas of coconut
and vanilla than French oak barrels. (Exam Question) CORRECT ANSWERS True
Vinification is defined as CORRECT ANSWERS activities and decisions occurring in the
winery.
