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| What are PGI wines labeled as in Austria? |
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| What was the first DAC in Austria? |
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| Name the two Prädikatswein that are unique to Austria. |
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| Where would Ausbruch place in the German Prädikatswein ladder? |
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| Between Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese |
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| What is unique about the harvesting method for Strohwein? |
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| After the grapes are picked, they are laid out on beds of straw or reeds during the winter to concentrate sugars. |
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| The minimum must weights for the Austrian Prädikate are (lower/higher) than their equivalent in Germany. |
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| How many DACs are there currently in Austria? |
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| In Austria, the majority of plantings are given to (white/black) grapes. |
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White grapes.
These account for about 2/3 of plantings in Austria. |
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| What kind of climate does Austria have? |
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Definition
| Moderate continental climate with a high level of continentality and a high diurnal range. The more northerly regions can experience cooling northerly winds whereas those closest to the Hungarian border are warmed by easterly winds. Autumn ripening seasons are long, making noble rot possible if there is sufficient humidity. Rainfall varies across the country, with some dry regions requiring irrigation. |
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| Name the three stylistic categories that can be used to describe the dry white wines of Wachau, with descriptions of each. |
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Steinfeder - lightest, freshest style
Federspiel - medium bodied with some complexity
Smaragd - fullest bodied and most complex |
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| Name the three most dominant white grape varieties in Austria, in order of importance. |
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Definition
Grüner Veltliner
Welschriesling
Riesling |
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| Describe the qualities of a classic Grüner Veltliner. |
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Definition
Often sold without oak aging.
Notes of green grapes, salad, and white pepper in youth.
Developing Grüners can give notes of honey and toast.
High minerality and acidity. |
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| Describe the qualities of a classic Welschriesling. |
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Definition
Welschrieslings produce surprisingly good, simple, but sappy quaffing wines.
Susceptible to botrytis, and can therefore produce some spectacular dessert wines. |
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| Describe the qualities of a classic Austrian Riesling. |
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Definition
Dry, full-bodied
Ripe, peachy fruit character
High minerality
Develop great complexity as they age |
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What is the most commonly planted black grape variety in Austria?
(Bonus: this variety is a hybrid of which two other common Austrian varieties?) |
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Zweigelt
(Bonus: Blaufränkisch and St Laurent) |
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| Describe the qualities of a classic Blaufränkisch. |
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| Very deep-colored reds with soft tannins and bramble fruit qualities. |
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| Describe the qualities of a classic Blaufränkisch. |
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Definition
Moderate tannins
Crisp acidity
Peppery, sour cherry flavor
Oak ageing can soften acidity and add sweeter fruit character |
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| Which black variety is considered to be Austria's finest? |
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| St Laurent gives wines that are similar in character to what other grape variety? |
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The majority of Austria's wine market is:
a) consumed domestically
b) exported internationally
c) exported primarily to Italy |
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| Name the four generic appellations that comprise the PDO wines in Austria. |
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Definition
Niederösterreich (Lower Austria)
Burgenland
Steiermark (Styria)
Wien (Vienna) |
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| Weinland Österreich is made up of which two generic appellations in Austria? |
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Definition
| Niederösterreich and Burgenland |
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| Which of the four generic appellations in Austria account for the greatest production volume? |
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| Name some important subregions in Niederösterreich. |
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Definition
Wachau
Kamptal DAC
Kremstal DAC
Traisental DAC
Weinviertal DAC |
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Term
| Describe the vineyards in Niederosterreich. |
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| Vineyards are steep and terraced to allow maximum exposure to the sun. |
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| Weinviertal DAC is best known for which grape variety? Describe the qualities of this wine. |
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Definition
| Weinviertal DAC is best known for its Grüner Veltliners, which are light, fresh, and fruity, with no discernible oak flavors. |
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| Niederösterreich is best known for what two grape varieties? |
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Definition
| Grüner Veltliner and Riesling |
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Term
| Compare Rieslings from Niederösterreich with those from the Pfalz or Alsace. |
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Definition
| Niederösterreich Rieslings are dry and generally more full-bodied than those from Pfalz or Alsace. |
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| The best Austrian red wines come from which of its four appellations? |
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Term
| Name the four sub-regions that comprise Burgenland. |
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Definition
Neusiedlersee
Neusiedlersee-Hügelland
Mittelburgenland DAC
Südburgenland |
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Term
| True or false: Noble rot occurs almost every year in Neusiedlersee. |
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Definition
True.
The autumn mists from the Neusiedlersee Lake and the wealth of shallow ponds in the wetland regions create ideal conditions for a near-constant annual formation of noble rot. |
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| Name the DAC in Burgenland that produces high-quality red wines. |
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| Neusiedlersee and Neusiedlersee-Hügelland are most well-known for producing what style of wine? |
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Definition
| Sweet wines (especially along the Prädikatswein categories of Beerenauslese and up) |
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Term
| Eisenberg DAC is found in which of Austria's 4 generic appellations? |
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Definition
Burgenland
(specifically in Mittelburgenland) |
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Term
| Which 2 sub-regions produce Austria's finest red wines? |
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Definition
| Mittelburgenland DAC and Südburgenland |
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| True or false: The best red wines in Austria are usually aged in Slovenian oak. |
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Definition
False.
The best red wines in Austria are usually aged in French oak. |
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Term
| What styles of wine fall under the Steinfeder, Federspiel, and Smaragd labels? |
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Definition
| Dry white wines from the Wachau. |
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Term
'Oltalom Alatt Álló Eredetmegjelölés' is Hungary's equivalent to which of the following classifications:
a) PGI
b) PDO
c) Table wine
d) Grand Cru wine |
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'Oltalom Alatt Álló Földrajzi Jelzés' is Hungary's equivalent to which of the following classifications:
a) PGI
b) PDO
c) Table wine
d) Grand Cru wine |
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What does Minőségi bor translate to in English?
a) Dry wine
b) Sweet wine
c) Quality wine
d) Special Quality Wine |
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What does Minőségi Eredetű bor translate to in English?
a) Dry wine
b) Sweet wine
c) Quality wine
d) Special Quality Wine |
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Tájbor is Hungary's equivalent to which of the following classifications:
a) PGI
b) PDO
c) Table wine
d) Grand Cru wine |
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Term
| What kind of climate does Hungary have? |
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Definition
| Continental climate with short, cold winters and a long, warm summer and autumn ripening season. |
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Term
| The best vineyards in Hungary are: |
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Definition
| found on slopes with a southerly aspect |
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| Name five important white grape varieties that are grown in Hungary. Which of these go into the production of Tokaji? |
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Definition
Furmint
Hárslevelű
Sárga Muscotály
Olasz Rizling (Welschriesling)
Irsai Olivér
(Furmint, Hárslevelű, and Sárga Muscotály go into the production of Tokaji) |
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Term
| Describe the qualities of a wine made from Furmint. |
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Definition
| Concentrated, high-acid white wines with flavors of apples when young, developing into nuts and honey as they age. Late-ripening and susceptible to botrytis. |
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Term
Describe the Hárslevelű grape variety.
(Bonus: what does Hárslevelű literally translate to in English?) |
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Definition
Hárslevelű is a late-ripening white grape that is prone to botrytis.
(Bonus: Hárslevelű literally means linden leaf.) |
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Describe the qualities of the Sárga Muscotály grape variety.
What is this grape variety known as in France? |
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Definition
Sárga Muscotály is aromatic, with flavors of orange-blossom. It plays a role in the production of Tokaji.
Sárga Muscotály is also known as Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains |
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Describe the qualities of wines made from Olasz Rizling.
What is this variety known as in Austria? |
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Definition
| Olasz Rizling (or Welschriesling in Austria) produces crisp, light dry white wines with an aftertaste of bitter almonds. |
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| What are some French grape varieties that Irsai Olivér resembles? |
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Definition
| Muscat and Gewürztraminer; they all share an intensely aromatic, spicy character. |
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| Name the 4 most important black grape varieties grown in Hungary. |
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Definition
Kékfrankos (Blaufränkisch)
Kadarka
Cabernet Sauvignon
Zweigelt |
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Term
Describe the qualities of wines made from Kékfrankos.
(Bonus: What is this grape variety known as in Austria?) |
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Definition
Kékfrankos produces light, peppery, purple-colored wine with high acidity.
(Bonus: Bkaufränkisch) |
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| What disease is the Kadarka variety prone to? |
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Kékfrankos, Kadarka, and Cabernet Sauvignon are the main components of what red wine that is unique to Hungary?
(Bonus: What does this name translate to in English?) |
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Definition
Egri Bikaver
(Bonus: Bull's Blood of Eger) |
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Term
| Describe the qualities of Egri Bikaver. |
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Definition
| Egri Bikaver is a full-bodied red wine that is light in tannins and body. |
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Which of the following statements is false?
a) Hungary has a long history of producing Pinot Gris in the light, refreshing style of Italian Pinot Grigios.
b) Egri Bikaver overshadows Tokaji in foreign export markets.
c) Hungary has produced some exceptional expressions of Cabernet Franc.
d) Syrah is widely grown in Hungary. |
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| b) Egri Bikaver overshadows Tokaji in foreign export markets. |
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Term
| What is an important body of water in Hungary that provides moderating influences on the climates of nearby vineyards? |
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| Describe climate conditions in the Tokaj region. |
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| The Tokaj region is located in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains in the far north east of the country. The warm sloping vineyards benefit from excellent warm southerly exposures that make the most of the long dry autumns. The neighboring Bodrog and Tisza Rivers provide early morning humidity that contributes to the development of noble rot. |
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| Identify the three categories into which harvested grapes are collected in the Tokaj region. |
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Definition
1. Individual aszú grapes (if botrytis is widespread)
2. Bunches where only a few berries have been botrytis-affected (known as Szamorodni)
3. Bunches that remain unaffected by noble rot |
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| Dry Tokajis are bottled in _____ bottles whereas the sweet Tokajis are bottled in _____ bottles. |
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Definition
Dry Tokajis: 75 cL bottles
Sweet Tokajis: 50 cL bottles |
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| If a Tokaji Szamorodni states 'Szdraz' on its label, this indicates that the wine is: |
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Definition
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| If a Tokaji Szamorodni states 'Édes' on its label, this indicates that the wine is: |
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| Tokaji Szamorodni must be aged in cask for a minimum of _____________. |
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Definition
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| The sweetest wines in the Aszú category are: |
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| Aszú Eszencia must contain a minimum level of _____ in residual sugar. |
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| True or false: Tokaji Aszú starts with a base wine that is made from healthy grapes. |
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Definition
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| Tokaji Eszencia must contain a minimum level of _____ in residual sugar. |
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Term
Tokaji Eszencia typically has an alcohol level around:
a) 12%
b) 10%
c) 8%
d) 5% and lower |
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Definition
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Term
| Describe the qualities of a classic Tokaji Aszú. |
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Definition
| Tokaji Aszú is deep amber with high acidity and intense aromas, with flavors of orange marmalade, apricots, and honey. The best wines have further complexities that hint at rye bread, smoke, coffee, and caramel. |
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| Tokaji Aszú is matured for a minimum of _______________. |
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Definition
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Term
Fino Sherry most closely resembles which category of Tokaji:
a) Tokaji Furmint
b) Tokaji Szamorodni
c) Tokaji Aszú
d) Tokaji Eszencia |
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| True or false: Flor plays an important role in the production of dry Tokaji Szamorodni. |
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Definition
True.
It does not, however, play a role in the production of sweet Tokaji Szamorodni. |
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| What is the possible range of the sweetness of Tokaji Aszú? |
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Definition
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| What are the residual sugar levels for each puttonyos (from 3 to 6)? |
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Definition
3 puttonyos: 60 g/L
4 puttonyos: 90 g/L
5 puttonyos: 120 g/L
6 puttonyos: 150 g/L |
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| If a wine is labeled as Tokaji Furmint, what kind of wine should one expect? |
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Definition
| Tokaji Furmint describes a simple, unoaked dry white wine that should consumed young. It has not been affected by botrytis. |
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