The Wine Profile

1 What type of vessel is most commonly used to ferment Gewürztraminer?

A New French oak barrel B Clay amphora C Concrete egg D Stainless steel tank

2 Gewürztraminer is known for producing white wine with what kind of body?

A Medium body, about the same as most white wines B Full body, heavy and rich in the mouth C Light body, like water with just a hint of flavor D Very light body, crisp and almost see-through in style

3 You order an Alsace Gewürztraminer at a restaurant. What should you be prepared for regarding sweetness?

A It is always as sweet as a dessert wine, perfect with cake B It is always dry, just like most other white wines C The sweetness level is always clearly stated on Alsace labels D It may taste a little sweet even though the label doesn't say so

4 Gewürztraminer often has an unusual color for a white wine. How is it typically described?

A Deep golden yellow with a copper or pink tint B Clear red with purple edges, similar to a young red wine C Deep golden yellow with green reflections, like Sauvignon Blanc D Pale lemon yellow, almost colorless in the glass

5 What acidity level does Gewürztraminer typically have compared to other white grapes?

A Low acidity B High acidity C Very high acidity D Medium acidity

6 How is Gewürztraminer typically described in terms of aroma intensity?

A Extremely intense and immediately recognisable on the nose B Very neutral, with character shaped by winemaking choices C Subtle on the nose, with delicate fruit that builds slowly D Light and grassy, distinctive but never overwhelming