The Wine Profile

1 What is the primary red grape variety used in Chianti Classico?

A Sangiovese B Cabernet Sauvignon C Merlot D Nebbiolo

2 Which grape varieties are commonly used in Super Tuscan wines from Bolgheri?

A Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot B Pinot Noir and Gamay C Nebbiolo and Barbera D Grenache and Mourvèdre

3 Which grape variety is Tuscany's most important native white?

A Vernaccia B Trebbiano C Pinot Grigio D Vermentino

4 What type of wine is Tuscany primarily known for producing?

A White wine, with red wine making up a smaller share of production B Red wine, with white wine making up a smaller share of production C Sparkling wine, produced along the entire coastline D Rosé wine, produced throughout the region

5 Which statement correctly describes the grape identities of Tuscany's key wine zones?

A Chianti and Bolgheri are Sangiovese-driven, while Brunello is dominated by Bordeaux varieties B Brunello and Bolgheri are Sangiovese-driven, while Chianti is dominated by Bordeaux varieties C All three zones – Chianti, Brunello, and Bolgheri – are dominated by Bordeaux varieties D Chianti and Brunello are Sangiovese-driven, while Bolgheri is dominated by Bordeaux varieties

6 The informal term 'Super Tuscan' describes which category of wine?

A DOC wines from the official Chianti Classico heartland B The top DOCG wines with the longest mandatory aging C Any Tuscan wine exported and sold for over 50 euros per bottle D Premium wines using non-traditional varieties, classified as IGT Toscana