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L2 • Ep 28
WSET L2 Quiz

Which of the following statements best describes the typical characteristics of a Zinfandel wine produced in California?

AThin skins, low alcohol, very high acidity, and fresh citrus aromas.
BHigh sugar and alcohol (High alcohol), full body, blackberry and black pepper aromas, sometimes with dried fruit (raisin) notes.
CCool climate profile, high tannins, black fruit flavours, and consistently blended in the traditional Bordeaux style.
DLow residual sugar, naturally low alcohol, and exclusively produced as a sparkling wine.
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Which of the following statements best describes the typical characteristics of a Zinfandel wine produced in California?

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Q: Which of the following statements best describes the typical characteristics of a Zinfandel wine produced in California?
A: Answer: B. High sugar and alcohol (High alcohol), full body, blackberry and black pepper aromas, sometimes with dried fruit (raisin) notes. Explanation: Zinfandel is the signature...

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[Trap]: Do not assume that "White Zinfandel is a sweet red wine." It is a Rosé wine made from a red grape, characterized by its pink colour, low alcohol, and sw...

Eclavin WSET Level 2 - Episode 28

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Which of the following statements best describes the typical characteristics of a Zinfandel wine produced in California?

  • A. Thin skins, low alcohol, very high acidity, and fresh citrus aromas.
  • B. High sugar and alcohol (High alcohol), full body, blackberry and black pepper aromas, sometimes with dried fruit (raisin) notes.
  • C. Cool climate profile, high tannins, black fruit flavours, and consistently blended in the traditional Bordeaux style.
  • D. Low residual sugar, naturally low alcohol, and exclusively produced as a sparkling wine.

Critical Answer & Explanation

Answer: B. High sugar and alcohol (High alcohol), full body, blackberry and black pepper aromas, sometimes with dried fruit (raisin) notes. Explanation: Zinfandel is the signature grape of the Californian sun. It is famous for uneven ripening, where some bunches may be ripe while others have already shriveled into raisins. This results in wines with high alcohol, a full body, and a concentrated flavour profile of jammy blackberry, plum, and dried fruit (raisin/prune/sultana). It also typically features a spicy note of black pepper and vanilla from oak maturation.

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  • Category: WSET Level 2 Theory
  • Key Insight: Answer: B. High sugar and alcohol (High alcohol), full body, blackberry and black pepper aromas, som...
  • Mastery Goal: Pass WSET with Distinction

Pass-Guarantee Tip

[Trap]: Do not assume that "White Zinfandel is a sweet red wine." It is a Rosé wine made from a red grape, characterized by its pink colour, low alcohol, and sweet finish. [Tip]: In the L2 exam, if you see 'Blackberry', 'Black Pepper', or 'High Alcohol', immediately link them to 'Zinfandel.' California’s king of intensity is always Zinfandel.