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Mourvèdre

Origins & Viticulture · 6 questions · 400 pts

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1 Which country does Mourvèdre originate from?

A France B Italy C Greece D Spain

2 What is Mourvèdre called in Spain?

A Tempranillo B Garnacha C Monastrell D Bobal

3 In which French region is Mourvèdre the dominant grape variety?

A Burgundy B Bordeaux C Alsace D Bandol, Provence

4 What type of wine does the grape variety Mourvèdre produce?

A Sparkling wine B Rosé wine C White wine D Red wine

5 What climate type does Mourvèdre need to ripen?

A Cold and humid B Warm Mediterranean climate with lots of sun C Temperate oceanic climate D Tropical climate

6 Mourvèdre is known for being harvested late in autumn. What is true about when this grape ripens?

A It ripens quickly after budbreak and is usually ready by early September B It ripens early in the season and is typically harvested by late August C It ripens mid-season, around the same time as Merlot and Pinot Noir D It is one of the latest-ripening red grapes and is often picked deep into autumn