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Tasting Technique & Food Pairing Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following is the correct order of steps in the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting?

    Answer: Appearance, nose, palate, conclusion

    The WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting follows the sequence: appearance, nose, palate, and conclusion.

  2. What is the effect of sweetness in food on the perception of wine?

    Answer: Increases bitterness and acidity in wine

    Sweetness in food can increase the perception of bitterness, acidity, and alcohol burn in wine.

  3. Which of the following wine characteristics best complements high-fat foods?

    Answer: High acidity

    High acidity in wine can cut through the richness of fatty foods, creating balance on the palate.

  4. Which of these structural elements is assessed when tasting wine on the palate?

    Answer: Acidity

    Acidity, tannin, alcohol, and body are structural elements evaluated in the WSET tasting method.

  5. Which pairing principle helps match spicy foods with wine?

    Answer: Low-alcohol, off-dry wines reduce spice impact

    Wines with low alcohol and some sweetness tend to balance heat and spice more effectively than high-alcohol, tannic wines.

  6. What does 'length' refer to in wine tasting?

    Answer: Duration of flavor after swallowing

    Length refers to how long the primary flavors of the wine linger after swallowing, indicating the wine’s quality.

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