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Stonehurst Wine Quiz
Characteristics of Major Red and White Wines
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Other than "heavy bodied" and "oaken," what are the characteristics of Chardonnay? | Cool Climate: Lean, crisp, high-acididty Medium Climate: Honey, tropical fruit |
| Other than "light-med bodied," what are the characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc? | Dry-semi sweet, Acidic, crisp, smokey, grassy |
| Other than "light bodied," what are the characteristics of Pinot Grigio? | Crisp, fresh, vibrant stone fruit, floral aromas, touch of spice |
| Other than "full bodied," what are the characteristics of Pinot Gris? | Richer than Pinot Grigio, spicier, more viscous texture |
| Other than "med-full bodied," what are the characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon? | High alcohol content, Tannic/Astringent, dense/dark |
| Other than "medium bodied," what are the characteristics of Merlot? | Round texture, soft tannins, low acidity, high alcohol |
| Other than "med-light bodied," what are the characteristics of Zinfandel? | Warm, high tannins, strong alcohol, slight pepper & spiciness |
| What are the characteristics of Pinot Noir? | Better quality=more body, med-high acidity, med-low tannins, roses, black cherry, |