The Wine Profile

1 What style of wine is Grenache most commonly used to produce?

A Full-bodied, fruit-driven red wine B Light, crisp white wine C Sparkling wine D Heavily oaked dessert wine

2 How do the tannins in Grenache compare to those in Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir?

A Almost absent, gentler than both Cabernet and Pinot Noir B About as strong as Cabernet, but softer than Pinot Noir C Stronger and drier than both Cabernet and Pinot Noir D Softer than Cabernet but more noticeable than Pinot Noir

3 Is Grenache typically used as a single-variety wine or in blends?

A Mostly as a single variety, especially in Spanish Rioja reds B Primarily in sweet dessert wines from southern France C Mainly in white wine blends from northern European regions D Most often in blends, especially with Syrah and Mourvèdre

4 How is everyday Grenache best enjoyed?

A Young and fresh – it's ready to drink straight away B Always opened and aired for at least a full day before serving C Chilled to red wine temperature only after five years in bottle D After at least ten years in the cellar to reach its peak

5 How is Grenache most often aged in barrels, compared to Cabernet Sauvignon?

A In small new oak barrels, just like Cabernet Sauvignon B Exclusively in steel tanks, with no oak influence at all C In large or older barrels, so the oak doesn't overpower the fruit D In new oak barrels but for a shorter time than Cabernet Sauvignon

6 What colour do most Grenache-based red wines tend to have?

A Pale to medium ruby B Bright green-gold C Deep, opaque purple-black D Dark inky blue