Red wines from the Southern Rhône are often a blend of grape varieties. State the stylistic and practical reasons why a winemaker in this region might choose to blend.
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Much red wine labelled Côtes du Rhône is produced using semi-carbonic maceration. Answer the following questions about the process.
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Pop Quiz, and this time it’s all about rosé winemaking.
Original Question: Name and describe TWO methods for making rosé wines.
Name and describe THREE methods for making rosé wine. Then, let’s go on a tour of rosé wines around the world. Which method is traditionally used in each region.
Ouch…I am a glutton for punishment… 😉
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Before I dive into the other regions of Bordeaux, I’m going to attempt to tackle the Bordeaux Classification System. Um…wish me luck…
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During service a customer asks you to recommend an Australian alternative for his two favorite French wines. Recommend alternative wines that have a similar style, quality, and price. You must account for the factors in the vineyard and winery which make your choices appropriate. Also explain any important differences in the wine.
Before reading on, make sure to read through Part 1 of this short answer quiz, in which the wine in question was Mersault Premier Cru. The second wine our fancy client is asking about: Margaux. So, let’s move to the southwestern portion of France to…Bordeaux.
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