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1 | P a g e WSET LEVEL 3 EXAMS ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS ( VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+ What are the ideal conditions for longer term storage of wines that improve with age? - ANSWER - Undisturbed in a cool dark place with a constant temperature, ideally around 10 -15 C (50 -59 F). There should also be constant humidity, and wines sealed with a cork should be stored on their side. What is the traditional type of wine press used and explain how it works. - ANSWER - Vertical 'basket' press where the pressure on the grapes comes from above using a plate that is lowered or raised using a screw or lever. What is the climate of southwest France? - ANSWER - Similar to Bordeaux but with less maritime influence. Name the major appellation in southwest France that produces a style of wine similar to Bordeaux. - ANSWER - Bergerac What is the most important IGP in Southwest France? - ANSWER - Cotes de Gascogne IGP 2 | P a g e Which AC wine, considered a Bordeaux "copy", is made with Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc? - ANSWER - Monbazillac (sweet white wines) Which key wine region of southwest France makes a Malbec based red wine? - ANSWER - Cahors Which key wine region of southwest France makes red wines from Tannat, Cab Franc, and Cab Sav? - ANSWER - Madiran Which key wine region of southwest France makes dry and, more importantly, sweet wines from Petit Manseng? - ANSWER - Jurancon Describe the style of wine to be expected from the IGP Cotes de Gascogne. - ANSWER - Generally dry, light -bodied white wines made from Ugni Blanc with aromas and flavors of green apple. What is the location and climate of Burgundy? - ANSWER - Located in northeast France. Burgundy has a moderate/continental climate. How does the climate of Chablis differ from the rest of Burgundy? - ANSWER - Chablis has a cool continental climate and is cooler than the moderate continental climate found in the rest of Burgundy. What are two major environmental hazards that vineyards face in Burgundy? - ANSWER - 1) Frost 3 | P a g e 2) Hail What is "grey rot" and why is it an issue in Burgundy? - ANSWER - Grey rot is the malevolent form of botrytis which affects unripe berries or black grapes; causing off flavors and a lack of color. The frequent summer rains in Burgundy make the area prone to greyrot. What type of soil is found in Chablis? - ANSWER - Limestone overlaid with Kimmeridgian clay. Name 7 regional appellations of Burgundy. - ANSWER - (1) Bourgogne Rouge (2) Bourgogne Blanc (3) Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits (4) Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Beaune (5) Bourgogne Cote Chalonnaise (6) Macon (7) Macon Villages What type of soil is found in Beaujolais? - ANSWER - Granite What is the main black grape variety of Burgundy? - ANSWER - Pinot Noir What is the main black grape variety of Beaujolais? - ANSWER - Gamay What are the two main white grape varieties of northern Burgundy? - ANSWER - Chardonnay and Aligote 4 | P a g e What is the main white grape variety of southern Burgundy? - ANSWER - Chardonnay Are there high or low density plantings in northern Burgundy? - ANSWER - High What type of pruning system is used on the vines of northern Burgundy? - ANSWER - Guyot Topographically, where can the best vineyards of northern Burgundy be found? - ANSWER - Mid-slope on the east or southeast facing hillside vineyards. What type of pruning system is employed in Beaujolais? - ANSWER - Head trained Gobelet pruned vines. Where are the best vineyards found in Beaujolais? - ANSWER - On granite hillsides in the northern part of Beaujolais. Carbonic maceration is used in what part of Burgundy? - ANSWER - In Beaujolais Is oak maturation used for the red wines of Burgundy? - ANSWER - Yes, mid to high priced red wines go through a moderate use of oak maturation.

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