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Tasting & Food Pairing · 6 questions · 400 pts
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1
What are the most typical fruit flavours in Argentine Malbec?
A
Green apple and pear
B
Grapefruit and lemon
C
Plum, blackberry, and black cherry
D
Banana and mango
2
How does a glass of Malbec typically feel in your mouth?
A
Intensely tannic, best suited for long aging
B
Light and watery, almost no structure
C
Sharp and grippy, needs time to open up
D
Soft and velvety, easy to drink
3
What type of meat is the classic pairing for Argentine Malbec?
A
Grilled beef (asado)
B
Raw fish sashimi
C
Poached chicken
D
Steamed vegetables
4
How does Malbec typically look in the glass compared to other red wines?
A
Deep purple-black, often opaque at the center of the glass
B
Light ruby red with a transparent, clear appearance in the glass
C
Dark red with a noticeable brown hue, typical of young red wines
D
Medium garnet-colored with an orange tint visible at the rim
5
At what temperature should Argentine Malbec typically be served?
A
Ice cold, around 4°C
B
Slightly chilled, around 10°C
C
Very warm, above 25°C
D
Room temperature or slightly below, 16-18°C
6
How does Malbec feel in the mouth compared to a lighter red like Pinot Noir or Beaujolais?
A
Malbec feels fuller and heavier in the mouth
B
Malbec feels lighter and more watery
C
They feel about the same
D
Malbec feels drier without any weight difference
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