Wine terms
What are the two classifications used to distinguish wines based on their geographic origin and winemaking traditions?
Old World wines and New World wines.
What country produces the most wine in the world as of 2023? (20.2% of global production)
France
What is the name of Spain’s famous sparkling wine, primarily produced in Catalonia, using the traditional method similar to Champagne?
Cava
What is the French term that describes the unique combination of soil, climate, topography, and other environmental factors that influence the taste and characteristics of a wine?
Terroir
How many types of wine are there?
6
Red, white, rosé, sparkling, dessert, and fortified
Where does Spain rank in terms of global wine production?
3rd (11.9% of global production)
This famous Spanish wine region is known for its Tempranillo-based red wines and strict aging classifications, including Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva
Rioja
What is the term for a type of grape used to make wine, each with unique characteristics affecting flavor, body, and aging potential?
Grape varietal
What is the process of exposing wine to air so that it can “breathe” before drinking it?
Aeration
What country has the most vineyards in the world?
Spain (961,000 hectares of vineyards, 13% of global total)
How many wines classified as Denominaciones de Origen (DO and DOCa) does Spain have?
71
What certification system in Spain regulates wine production by region, ensuring quality and authenticity?
Denominación de Origen (DO)
What is the process of pouring wine from one container into another?
Decanting
In 2024, what was the value of global wine market?
a. $327.2 billion
b. $353.5 billion
c. $402.7 billion
d. $463.5 billion
d. $463.5 billion
What northwestern Spanish region is famous for producing Albariño (a crisp and aromatic white wine)?
Rías Baixas
There are over how many grape varietals in the world?
10,000
How many types of aromas are there when smelling wine?
3 (primary, secondary and teriertary)
How many Master Sommeliers are there worldwide?
a. 279
b. 582
c. 636
d. 1,834
What southern Spanish region known for its unique chalky soil and hot climate produces sherry (a fortified wine)?
Jerez
What is the most popular grape varietal used in Spanish wines?
Tempranillo