The Wine Profile

Bronze

Nagano

Grapes, Winemaking & Wine Laws · 6 questions · 400 pts

1 Which red grape built Nagano's reputation as Japan's leading region for quality red wine?

A Pinot Noir B Merlot C Muscat Bailey A D Cabernet Sauvignon

2 What sets Nagano apart from most other Japanese wine regions?

A The region lies on Japan's southernmost island B European vinifera grapes thrive here at scale C The region grows almost only hybrid varieties D The region specialises in rice-based drinks

3 Which is Nagano's leading vinifera white grape?

A Sauvignon Blanc B Koshu C Riesling D Chardonnay

4 Which two Japanese-American hybrid grapes are still traditionally grown in Nagano for sweet and everyday wines?

A Albariño and Verdejo B Tannat and Touriga C Aglianico and Nebbiolo D Concord and Niagara

5 Which is Japan's signature red hybrid grape, also widely grown in Nagano?

A Yamabudo (wild vine) B Muscat Bailey A C Black Queen hybrid D Ryugan (Dragon Eye)

6 What has Nagano received from the Japanese state for its wines?

A A private classification from the importer trade B A voluntary quality label with no legal status C An EU-protected designation of origin (PDO) D Its own national Geographical Indication (GI)