WSET Level 2 exam 2023 with 100 % correct answers

Name the conditions that are ideal for tasting wine. 1)Clean Palate 2) No odors/perfume 3) White backdrop 4) ISO tasting glass What do we mean by "typicity" when tasting wine? typical style of that place, it tastes like we expect it to taste. What characteristics of a wine can ONLY be detected on our palate? Acid, tannin, body and sweet How is acid in wine detected? the mouth watering effect How is tannin in a wine detected? dry gum effect, bitterness Identify some indicators of quality in a wine Complex, well balanced, long length/finish What do "legs" or "tears" indicate in a glass of wine? the viscosity- level of sugar or alcohol in wine 20 degrees celsius is equivalent to what temp Fahrenheit? 68 degrees F What is the temperature of your refrigerator? 40 degrees F What is the proper storage temperature for wine? 55 to 58 degrees F What is the proper serving temperature for a medium to full bodied white wine? 55 to 56 degrees F. (12 - 15 degrees C) What is the formula for calculating units of alcohol in a bottle of wine? percentage of alcohol x bottle (750 ml) = How many 6 oz. glasses in one bottle (750 ml) wine? 4 Why do we pair high acid wine with high acid food? the acid in the food balances, and mellows the acid in the wine. Why should you avoid serving high tannin wine with oily food? (ie: fried food, oily fish) It will create a metallic taste What types of foods work well with sweet, dessert wines? cheese, and desserts