Question 1

A wine having the following profile: Citrus Fruit (lemon, grapefruit), Garden (herbs, grass, tomato vine) is most likely made from which grape?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cool-climate chardonnay 
B)  Riesling 
C)  Pinot Grigio 
D)  Sauvignon Blanc 
A)  Cool-climate chardonnay 
B)  Riesling 
C)  Pinot Grigio 
D)  Sauvignon Blanc D

Question 2

When training servers and other front of the house (FOH) service staff about wine, why would the wine styling approach be critical to implement?

Accepted Answer

The wine styling approach is critical to implement when training servers and other front of the house (FOH) service staff about wine because it helps them understand the different styles of wine and how to effectively communicate those differences to customers. By learning about the various wine styles such as light-bodied, full-bodied, dry, sweet, and sparkling, staff members can better assist customers in selecting a wine that suits their preferences. Additionally, understanding wine styles allows servers to make informed recommendations and provide detailed descriptions of the wines on the menu, enhancing the overall dining experience for customers. Implementing the wine styling approach also helps staff members feel more confident and knowledgeable when discussing wine with customers, ultimately leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction. Overall, the wine styling approach is essential for training FOH staff about wine as it equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively serve and sell wine in a restaurant setting.

Question 3

Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: citrus and tree fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine) and vegetal (asparagus and green pepper with some white pepper).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

The Viognier grape is most associated with which growing region?

Accepted Answer

A)  Burgundy 
B)  Rhône Valley 
C)  Bordeaux 
D)  Alsace 
A)  Burgundy 
B)  Rhône Valley 
C)  Bordeaux 
D)  Alsace

Question 5

Another name for Pinot Gris is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Pinot Blanc 
B)  Pinot Noir 
C)  Pinot Grigio 
D)  Pinot Bianco 
A)  Pinot Blanc 
B)  Pinot Noir 
C)  Pinot Grigio 
D)  Pinot Bianco

Question 6

The Riesling grape has the adaptability to produce wines that are

Accepted Answer

A)  Dry 
B)  Sweet 
C)  a range of body depending on level of dryness/sweetness 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Dry 
B)  Sweet 
C)  a range of body depending on level of dryness/sweetness 
D)  All of the above

Question 7

Identify and explain the three common vinification techniques done to most Chardonnay from around the world.

Accepted Answer

The three common vinification techniques

Question 8

Malolactic fermentation is the process of converting:

Accepted Answer

A)  malic acid into lactic acid 
B)  lactic acid into malic acid 
C)  to secondary fermentation 
D)  none of the above 
A)  malic acid into lactic acid 
B)  lactic acid into malic acid 
C)  to secondary fermentation 
D)  none of the above

Question 9

In warmer climates, Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tropical fruits (pineapple, fig, banana, and mango). Secondary flavors derived from winemaking techniques are commonly associated with bakeshop (vanilla, butter, honey, toast, butterscotch, cinnamon, and clove).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Riesling will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tree fruits (peach and apricot), tropical fruits (pineapple and golden raisin), citrus fruits (lemon and lime), bakeshop (honey), and minerals (petroleum, flint, metal, and wet stone).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Discern between the crisp and youthful white wine style versus the silky and smooth white wine style.

Accepted Answer

Crisp and youthful white wines are typic

A wine having the following profile: Citrus Fruit (lemon, grapefruit), Garden (herbs, grass, tomato vine) is most likely made from which grape?

When training servers and other front of the house (FOH) service staff about wine, why would the wine styling approach be critical to implement?

Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: citrus and tree fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine) and vegetal (asparagus and green pepper with some white pepper).

The Viognier grape is most associated with which growing region?

Another name for Pinot Gris is:

The Riesling grape has the adaptability to produce wines that are

Identify and explain the three common vinification techniques done to most Chardonnay from around the world.

Malolactic fermentation is the process of converting:

In warmer climates, Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tropical fruits (pineapple, fig, banana, and mango). Secondary flavors derived from winemaking techniques are commonly associated with bakeshop (vanilla, butter, honey, toast, butterscotch, cinnamon, and clove).

Riesling will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tree fruits (peach and apricot), tropical fruits (pineapple and golden raisin), citrus fruits (lemon and lime), bakeshop (honey), and minerals (petroleum, flint, metal, and wet stone).

Discern between the crisp and youthful white wine style versus the silky and smooth white wine style.

The Origins of Alcohol and Beverage Trends

Introduction to Wine and Service

Viticulture: Outside in the Vineyard

Enology: Inside the Winery

The Wine Styling Approach: Red Wines

Other Wines: Sparkling, Dessert and Fortified Wines

The Brewery: Beer Production and Service

Beer Styles: Ales and Lagers of the World

Sake, Cider, and Mead

The Distillery: Spirits and Liqueurs of the World

Mixology: The Art and Science of the Cocktail

Coffee and Tea

Constructing the Beverage Concept

Managing for Profit

Marketing the Beverage Establishment

Appendix A: The Science of Fermentation

Appendix B: Alcohol Safety and Liability

Appendix C: The Tasting Process

Appendix D: Drink and Food Pairing

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Exam 5: The Wine Styling Approach: White Wines

A wine having the following profile: Citrus Fruit (lemon, grapefruit), Garden (herbs, grass, tomato vine) is most likely made from which grape?

When training servers and other front of the house (FOH) service staff about wine, why would the wine styling approach be critical to implement?

Chardonnay will have an aroma profile associated with the following: citrus and tree fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit, and nectarine) and vegetal (asparagus and green pepper with some white pepper).

The Viognier grape is most associated with which growing region?

Another name for Pinot Gris is:

The Riesling grape has the adaptability to produce wines that are

Identify and explain the three common vinification techniques done to most Chardonnay from around the world.

Malolactic fermentation is the process of converting:

Riesling will have an aroma profile associated with the following: tree fruits (peach and apricot), tropical fruits (pineapple and golden raisin), citrus fruits (lemon and lime), bakeshop (honey), and minerals (petroleum, flint, metal, and wet stone).

Discern between the crisp and youthful white wine style versus the silky and smooth white wine style.

The Origins of Alcohol and Beverage Trends

Introduction to Wine and Service

Viticulture: Outside in the Vineyard

Enology: Inside the Winery

The Wine Styling Approach: Red Wines

Other Wines: Sparkling, Dessert and Fortified Wines

The Brewery: Beer Production and Service

Beer Styles: Ales and Lagers of the World

Sake, Cider, and Mead

The Distillery: Spirits and Liqueurs of the World

Mixology: The Art and Science of the Cocktail

Coffee and Tea

Constructing the Beverage Concept

Managing for Profit

Marketing the Beverage Establishment

Appendix A: The Science of Fermentation

Appendix B: Alcohol Safety and Liability

Appendix C: The Tasting Process

Appendix D: Drink and Food Pairing

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