Free WSET Level 1 Flashcards

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LO1: Grape Growing and Winemaking

What does the skin of a grape contain?: Colour, tannin and flavour.
What does the pulp of a grape contain?: Water, sugar and acid.
What is the role of the stalks and seeds?: They contain bitter oils and tannins (usually removed before crushing).

LO2: Types, Grapes, and Styles

What defines a "Still" wine?: A wine with no bubbles (the CO2 has escaped during production).
What defines a "Sparkling" wine?: A wine where bubbles of CO2 have been trapped in the bottle.
What defines a "Fortified" wine?: A wine where extra alcohol (spirit) has been added.

LO2: Other Styles and Examples

What style of wine is Sauternes?: Sweet white wine from Bordeaux.
What is "White Zinfandel"?: A medium-sweet rosé from California.
What grape variety is used for Beaujolais?: Gamay.

LO2: Characteristics and Styles

What creates the sensation of "Dryness" in a wine?: The lack of sugar.
What does "Off-dry" mean?: A slight amount of sweetness is perceptible.
Which part of the mouth detects acidity?: The sides of the tongue (makes you salivate).

LO3: Storage and Service

What is the ideal long-term storage temperature for wine?: Cool and constant (between 10°C and 15°C).
Why should wines with corks be stored on their sides?: To keep the cork moist and prevent it from drying out/leaking air.
Why should wine be kept away from strong light?: Light can cause "light-strike" and make the wine taste stale/heated.