CSW Wine Tasting & Evaluation 2

Question 1

In the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting, what does the acronym 'SAT' help tasters do?

Accepted Answer

Assess wines systematically using a structured framework

Answer

The WSET SAT provides a structured framework covering appearance, nose, palate, and conclusions to evaluate wine objectively.

Question 2

Which term describes the sensation of wine that lingers on the palate after swallowing?

Accepted Answer

Finish

Answer

Finish refers to the length and quality of flavor and sensation that remains on the palate after the wine is swallowed.

Question 3

What palate sensation is primarily caused by tartaric and malic acids in wine?

Accepted Answer

Acidity

Answer

Tartaric and malic acids are the dominant organic acids in grapes and are responsible for the tart, mouth-watering acidity in wine.

Question 4

A wine described as 'flabby' is lacking in which structural component?

Accepted Answer

Acidity

Answer

A flabby wine lacks sufficient acidity, making it feel soft and without structure or liveliness on the palate.

Question 5

When assessing color intensity in a white wine, what does a deep golden hue most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Oak aging, botrytis, or significant bottle age

Answer

Deep golden color in white wine typically results from oak aging, botrytis infection, oxidative handling, or extended bottle age.

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