The Wine Profile

Bronze

Chardonnay

Tasting & Food Pairing · 6 questions · 400 pts

1 Which flavors typically appear in Chardonnay from warmer climates?

A Lemon, apple, and pear B Pineapple, mango, and melon C Vanilla, butter, and toasted bread D Herbs, grass, and green pepper

2 Which fruit flavour is most commonly associated with cool-climate Chardonnay?

A Mango and pineapple B Blackcurrant and cherry C Green apple and lemon D Banana and lychee

3 What type of food is traditionally paired with Chardonnay?

A Roasted chicken or grilled fish B Rare beef steak C Very spicy curry D Dark chocolate dessert

4 Which of these aromas is a clear sign that a white wine has been aged in oak barrels?

A Vanilla, butter, and toasted bread B Mango, pineapple, and passion fruit C Lemon, grapefruit, and green apple D Roses, peach, and apricot

5 At what temperature should Chardonnay typically be served?

A Room temperature (20–22°C) B Warm (25–30°C) C Chilled (7–13°C) D Frozen (below 0°C)

6 How is the acidity in Chardonnay usually described?

A Typically medium to high – refreshing in lean styles, softer in oaked styles B Always low and round, regardless of style or climate C Almost no acidity at all – Chardonnay is known for its full, rich sweetness D Always sharp and high, whether the wine is oaked or not