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Grüner Veltliner

Origins & Viticulture · 6 questions · 400 pts

1 Which country is Grüner Veltliner most associated with?

A Germany B France C Hungary D Austria

2 What type of climate does Grüner Veltliner thrive in?

A Maritime climate with cool summers and mild winters B Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters C Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters D Tropical climate with high humidity throughout the year

3 Which Austrian wine region is most famous for its Grüner Veltliner wines?

A Burgenland B Steiermark C Vienna D Wachau

4 Which spicy aroma is Grüner Veltliner's signature characteristic?

A Black pepper B White pepper C Cinnamon D Ginger

5 What role does Grüner Veltliner play in Austrian wine production?

A It is Austria's most-planted white grape variety B It is Austria's most-planted red grape variety C It is a minor variety grown only in the Wachau region D It is used exclusively for sparkling Sekt production

6 Grüner Veltliner buds late in spring. What is the biggest advantage of that?

A The grapes receive more rainfall during summer B The grapes ripen faster than other varieties C The grapes produce more sugar early in the season D The grapes avoid damage from spring frost