WSET Level 2 Practice Question · Episode 5
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Practice Question
Among the 'BLIC' criteria used in the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) to reach a final conclusion on quality, which term refers to the state where acidity, alcohol, and fruit flavours are all in harmony without any single element dominating?
- A. Balance
- B. Length
- C. Intensity
- D. Complexity
Answer & Explanation
Answer: A. Balance Explanation: Balance refers to the state where each structural component (acidity, tannin, sweetness, alcohol) merges seamlessly with the concentration of fruit flavour, ensuring no single element feels awkward or out of place. The other criteria refer to the duration of flavours (Length), the vividness and density of flavours (Intensity), and the variety of aromatic layers (Complexity).
Expert Exam Tip
[Trap]: Do not assume that "If I personally like the taste, it must be 'Outstanding.'" You must judge the grade using the objective 'BLIC' yardstick, separate from your personal preferences. [Tip]: In the exam, when asked for the reason behind a quality assessment, always logically link the terms 'Balance' and 'Complexity.' These two are the keys to identifying the world’s finest wines.