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Free Wine Basics Flashcards
Wine knowledge is grape varieties, regions, and a tasting vocabulary — classic flashcard territory that turns restaurant lists from intimidating to interesting.
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QWhat grape is Burgundy’s famous red wine made from?
APinot Noir
QWhat are the primary grapes of red Bordeaux?
ACabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (with blending partners)
QWhat is Chablis made from?
AChardonnay
QWhat does "tannin" taste like?
AThe drying, astringent grip felt on the gums — from skins, seeds, and oak
QWhat is the difference in how red and white wines are made?
AReds ferment with the grape skins; whites are usually pressed off the skins first
QWhat country produces Rioja?
ASpain (primarily Tempranillo)
QWhat is Champagne (strictly)?
ASparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, traditional method
QWhat does "dry" mean in wine?
ALittle to no residual sugar — not sweet
QSauvignon Blanc from Marlborough is from which country?
ANew Zealand
QWhat is a vintage?
AThe year the grapes were harvested
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