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Gewürztraminer
Origins & Viticulture · 6 questions · 400 pts
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Gewürztraminer
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1
Where does Gewürztraminer originally come from?
A
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
B
Rheingau, Germany
C
Wachau, Austria
D
Burgundy, France
2
What colour is the skin of the Gewürztraminer grape?
A
Light green
B
Dark blue
C
Pink to copper-coloured
D
Deep violet
3
Which region is most famous for its Gewürztraminer wines?
A
Mosel, Germany
B
Marlborough, New Zealand
C
Piedmont, Italy
D
Alsace, France
4
Why does Gewürztraminer grow best in cool climates?
A
It needs warmth to develop its characteristic aroma
B
It is sensitive to frost and needs warm winters to survive
C
It needs cool weather to hold on to its natural acidity
D
It produces too little sugar in cold growing regions
5
Which of these aroma profiles is most typically associated with Gewürztraminer?
A
Rose petals, lychee, and spices like ginger
B
Blackcurrant, plum, and a faintly earthy note
C
Green apple, citrus, and a light grassy note
D
Peach, honey, and a light nutty character
6
Gewürztraminer buds late, protecting it from spring frost. What is the other side of the coin with this grape?
A
It still ripens fairly early and has naturally low acidity
B
It ripens very late and has naturally high acidity
C
It ripens late and has naturally low acidity that needs a warm climate
D
It ripens early but has naturally high acidity that balances it
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