The Wine Profile

Bronze

Mourvèdre

Winemaking & Style · 6 questions · 400 pts

1 How long must Bandol red wine be aged in oak barrels according to the appellation rules?

A 6 months B 8 months C 12 months D 18 months

2 Mourvèdre is known for producing wines with what kind of body?

A Full body, powerful and robust B Very light body, almost like a rosé C Medium body, balanced and elegant D Light body, fresh and easy-drinking

3 Which statement about Mourvèdre/Monastrell is most accurate?

A Bandol is made for immediate drinking, while Monastrell improves over decades B Everyday Monastrell is made to drink young, while Bandol can age for decades C Both everyday Monastrell and Bandol are best drunk within a year of release D Neither Monastrell nor Bandol has the potential to improve with bottle age

4 Mourvèdre is often blended with Grenache and Syrah. What is this classic blend called?

A GSM B MGS C SGM D GMS

5 What tannin profile does a Mourvèdre wine typically have?

A Very low tannins B No tannins at all C Firm, powerful tannins that require ageing D Silky tannins like Pinot Noir

6 What colour does a typical young Mourvèdre wine have?

A Light ruby red B Deep dark violet to almost black C Pale pink D Orange-brown