Theory Session – 11.17.23

Q for Xin

1. On the island of Santorini, name two phrases that describe the basket vine training method of Assyrtiko.
2. Name one island of Greece that produces a sweet Muscat wine.
3. Agiorgitiko is a primary grape of which PDO?
4. Name two of the seas of the Greek islands.
5. Name a producer of high-end red wine from Greece who includes international grapes.
6. Name one of the cooler winemaking regions of Greece, found at a high elevation.
7. In what century is there evidence of the earliest winemaking in Greece?
8. Name a prominent importer of Greek wine to the United States.
9. Name one PDO appellation of Greece that allows sparkling wine.
10. Name one PDO appellation of Greece that allows fortified wine.
11. Within the Mosel, name two Bereiche.
12. Within the German AP number, describe one section and what it means.
13. What is the parentage of Müller-Thurgau?
14. In what era did Müller-Thurgau see the highest prominence of planting.
15. Name a grape cross or hybrid from the Southern Hemisphere, which combines aspects of aromatics and climate adaptation, similar to Müller-Thurgau.

Q by Xin

1. Chateau Musar is associated with which two bordeaux estates during its early development?
2. What is doble pasta in terms of the wine making process?
3. For Clairette de Die AOC, what’s the maximum percentage of clairette allowed?
4. What’s unique about Château Gilette’s sauternes making process?
5. What’s Spain’s only DO for flavored wine and the main grape variety?
6. In what year did kina lillet reformulate to lillet blanc?
7. What is chamberyzette?
8. Which beer style typically has higher abv: wee heavy or scottish export?
9. Name a GI designation recognized by WTO for Japanese Sake
10. What is an improved cocktail in the context of the early cocktail era?

Q for David

1. Which AVA contains the Champoux Vineyard?
2. What famous nuclear site is located near Horse Heaven Hills?
3. Name a small AVA located nearest to Royal Slope AVA.
4. Which Washington State AVA produces the majority of Riesling for the state?
5. Name a single vineyard designation for Washington State that appears on a Riesling bottle.
6. Name two German winemakers who have collaborated with a Washington Riesling brand.
7. What was the first vintage of Poet’s Leap, in collaboration with Armin Diel?
8. Typically, how many vintages per decade produce Eroica single berry select Riesling?
9. In California, how does Dolce manage the Botrytis growth of their fruit?
10. Name a winery lab supply company, which offers Botrytis yeast for purchase, which might be used to inoculate fruit.
11. Name one specific brand of yeast, often used for the production of red wine.
12. What is a common two-step process used in American wineries for cleaning and sanitation?
13. With their production formerly based in Woodinville, why did Betz Family Winery have to move their production to the east side of the state?
14. What is the color of the grape Rondo?
15. Name one of the parents of Rondo.

Q by David

1. How many liters are in a Balthasar?
2. Name 3 producers based in Vertus?
3. What is the southernmost commune of production for Margaux?
4. What is the only classified growth located in Arsac?
5. At what maximum temperature is German eiswein harvested?
6. Name 2 vodkas distilled from wheat.
7. Which DOCG of Lazio is permitted for red wine only?
8. In the context of Chilean viticulture, what are rauli’ ?
9. Rauli is to Chile what Redwood is to where?
10. What is the minimum percentage of Carignan required for VIGNO?
11. In order to be labeled “Single Vineyard”, the SA vineyard cannot be larger than how many hectares?
12. Where would you find the Ata Rangi winery?
13. Who is known as the “Godfather” of the Paso Robles wine region?

Q for Alex

1. What is the fruit used in Umeshu?
2. What is the northernmost island of Japan?
3. Name one brand of beer from Thailand.
4. Name one brand of beverage alcohol from the continent of Africa, widely available in the United States.
5. In what country is Amarula produced?
6. In what country is Van Der Hum produced?
7. Which WO District of South Africa produces the most expensive exported wines?
8. Name one ward of Stellenbosch.
9. Which WO District is located directly north of Stellenbosch?
10. In what part of South Africa is most Cap Classique made from?
11. What is the earliest evidence of Vitis vinifera being grown in South Africa?
12. Name a synonym of Hanepoot.
13. The Benguela Current affects which ocean?
14. What is the southernmost point called in South Africa?
15. What is the name of the famous cape, near Cape Town?

Q by Alex

1. Which liqueur follows the Rule of 40?
2. Where is the Helan Mountain Appellation located?
3. What wine region is home to the grapes French Wild, Rose Honey and Crystal?
4. What is Bacanora smoked with before fermentation?
5. The subzone Cialla is located in what appellation?
6. Where is the grape Pignoletto most notable grown and what style is it produced?
7. What are the white grapes of Sant’Antimo?
8. What is the only hybrid grape allowed in a French AOP and which one?
9. Name of barrels used in Vin Santo production?
10. What was the first established winery in the Bekaa Valley?

Q for Greg

1. What is Wheatwine?
2. The Bruery produces a Wheatwine with an ABV of 13.8%. Where is The Bruery located?
3. What is the production difference between an American Dark Wheat Beer, and American Pale Wheat Beer.
4. What type of equipment would be used in the malting process to cause a darker color?
5. What is a notable ingredient often added to Berliner Weisse?
6. In addition to raspberry, Woodruff is often added as a syrup to Berliner Weisse. What is Woodruff?
7. What is the proper glassware shape for Berliner Weisse?
8. What color does Berliner Weisse become, after the addition of Woodruff?
9. In what part of Germany does Dunkelweizen come from?
10. What would be a delicious food pairing in Germany to go with Dunkelweizen?
11. What is the difference between a Bratwurst and a Bockwurst?
12. What is a technique used in the production of Kristallweizen?
13. Name an example of Hefeweizen from the Northeast of the United States.
14. From what part of Belgium does Witbier originate?
15. Name two botanical ingredients often added to Witbier.
16. Name another famous island located near the island of Curaçao.

Q by Greg

1. Name two things that happen when a Champagne receives a dosage.
2. Name one vintage in the last 20 years where no Special Club Champagne was made? 
3. What is the mountain range that influences the Bierzo DO?
4. What is the primary red grape of the Veran Peninsula? 
5. In the Barossa Valley GI, what is the Vine Vale Nurse?
6. Name three wineries now owned by Duckhorn.
7. What is the primary bedrock of the Niagara Peninsula?
8. Name two possible non-hail related benefits of hail netting.
9. What does the term “beer clean” refer to?
10. What is the climate of Scotland?

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