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WSET Level 1 Practice Question · Episode 94

L1 • Ep 94
WSET L1 Quiz

Which of the following wine styles is incorrectly paired with its recommended serving temperature?

ASweet wine (Sauternes) - Well-chilled (6~8°C)
BSparkling wine (Champagne) - Well-chilled (6~10°C)
CFull-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon) - Lightly chilled (10~12°C)
DLight-bodied white wine (Pinot Grigio) - Chilled (7~10°C)
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Which of the following wine styles is incorrectly paired with its recommended serving temperature?

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Practice Question

Which of the following wine styles is incorrectly paired with its recommended serving temperature?

  • A. Sweet wine (Sauternes) - Well-chilled (6~8°C)
  • B. Sparkling wine (Champagne) - Well-chilled (6~10°C)
  • C. Full-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon) - Lightly chilled (10~12°C)
  • D. Light-bodied white wine (Pinot Grigio) - Chilled (7~10°C)

Answer & Explanation

Answer: C. Full-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon) - Lightly chilled (10~12°C) Explanation: - Full-bodied reds should be served at room temperature (15~18°C). - 10~12°C is too cold for bold reds.

Key Theory Summary

Serving Temp Mastery: 1. 6-10°C: Sweet & Sparkling. 2. 15-18°C: Full Red.

Expert Exam Tip

[Trap]: Modern rooms are too warm. 18°C is 'Cellar Cool'. [Tip]: Coldest for Sweet/Sparkling!