The Wine Profile

Bronze

Chenin Blanc

Tasting & Food Pairing · 6 questions · 400 pts

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1 What colour is a typical young dry Chenin Blanc?

A Deep red B Pale straw to light gold C Dark brown D Bright purple

2 Which fruit flavour is most characteristic of Chenin Blanc?

A Blackberry B Banana C Quince D Mango

3 What food pairs well with a crisp dry Chenin Blanc?

A Heavy beef stew B Dark chocolate cake C Fresh goat cheese and salads D Spicy lamb vindaloo

4 Which aromas are considered the typical fruit signatures of Chenin Blanc?

A Cherry, plum, blackberry, and liquorice B Peach, apricot, mango, and pineapple C Apple, pear, quince, and honey D Lemon, lime, grapefruit, and passion fruit

5 How does Chenin Blanc typically feel in the mouth in terms of body?

A Medium to full-bodied, similar to a rich, weighty Chardonnay B Virtually no body at all, almost like drinking water C Always very full and heavy, like a red Bordeaux D Light to medium-bodied — never heavy or full

6 At what temperature should a dry Chenin Blanc be served for the best experience?

A 14–16°C, cool room temperature like a red wine B 4–6°C, ice-cold like a sparkling wine C 18–20°C, full room temperature like a bold red D 8–10°C, lightly chilled like a crisp white wine