The Wine Profile

1 Which country is Barbera most closely associated with?

A France B Italy C Spain D Germany

2 What type of climate suits the Barbera grape best for keeping its natural acidity?

A Hot days and warm nights in a dry desert climate B Cool days and cold nights close to the Atlantic coast C Consistently warm climate without big temperature swings D Warm days and cool nights in a continental climate

3 Is Barbera a red or white grape variety?

A White B Red C Pink (grey-skinned) D It exists in both red and white forms

4 Barbera is mostly grown in Piedmont, but which other country has also become a significant home for the grape?

A Argentina, especially in the Mendoza region B France, especially in the Burgundy region C Australia, especially in the Barossa Valley D Spain, especially in the Rioja region

5 Which trait best describes Barbera as a grape variety in the vineyard?

A It grows slowly, produces little fruit, and buds early in spring B It grows moderately, produces little fruit, and buds mid-season C It grows vigorously, produces lots of fruit, and buds late in spring D It grows vigorously, produces little fruit, and buds early in spring

6 How does Barbera compare to Nebbiolo in Piedmont's hierarchy?

A Barbera is considered more prestigious than Nebbiolo B They are exactly equal in status C Barbera is traditionally the everyday wine; Nebbiolo is the prestige grape D Neither grape is grown in Piedmont