WSET Level 1 Practice Question · Episode 91
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Practice Question
Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding winemaking and the effect of climate?
- A. Grapes grown in cool climates have higher acidity and lower sugar than those in warm climates.
- B. Rosé wine is made by letting red grape skins have short contact (Skin Contact) with the juice.
- C. White wine must always be made from white grapes and can never be made from red grapes.
- D. Fermentation is the process where yeast consumes sugar to produce alcohol and carbon dioxide.
Answer & Explanation
Answer: C. White wine must always be made from white grapes and can never be made from red grapes. Explanation: - A (True): Cool climates lead to higher acidity and lower sugar. - B (True): Short skin contact is the key to Rosé. - D (True): This is the correct definition of fermentation. - C (False): If you immediately separate the skins and only use the juice of red grapes, you can make white wine (e.g., Blanc de Noirs in Champagne).
Key Theory Summary
Foundations for the Final Exam: 1. Climate vs. Style: The 'Style follows Climate' rule. Cool = High acid, Warm = High alcohol. 2. Winemaking by Color: It's all about how long the skins stay in the juice. (Red = Long, Rosé = Short, White = None). 3. Fermentation: Sugar + Yeast = Alcohol + CO2 + Heat.
Expert Exam Tip
[Trap]: Don't get tricked by absolute words like 'Always' or 'Never.' In wine, there is almost always an exception (like white wine from red grapes). [Tip]: Review the 3 core winemaking methods (White, Red, Rosé) before entering the exam room!