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L2 • Ep 32
WSET L2 Quiz

What are the typical characteristics of a Grenache wine produced in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in the Southern Rhône, France?

AVery high acidity, light body, fresh lemon aromas, and no oak influence.
BLow acidity, full body, high alcohol, red plum and strawberry aromas, and flavours of dried herbs (Garrigue).
CWarm climate, high tannin, black fruit aromas, and always produced as a 100% single-variety wine.
DHigh sugar, very low alcohol, and always produced as a sparkling wine.
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What are the typical characteristics of a Grenache wine produced in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in the Southern Rhône, France?

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Q: What are the typical characteristics of a Grenache wine produced in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in the Southern Rhône, France?
A: Answer: B. Low acidity, full body, high alcohol, red plum and strawberry aromas, and flavours of dried herbs (Garrigue). Explanation: Grenache (known as Garnacha in Spain) is a va...

🎓 Master Instructor Exam Tip

[Trap]: Do not think Grenache prefers cool climates. This grape loves the sun and only expresses its true character in warm to hot regions. [Tip]: On the L2 ex...

Eclavin WSET Level 2 - Episode 32

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What are the typical characteristics of a Grenache wine produced in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in the Southern Rhône, France?

  • A. Very high acidity, light body, fresh lemon aromas, and no oak influence.
  • B. Low acidity, full body, high alcohol, red plum and strawberry aromas, and flavours of dried herbs (Garrigue).
  • C. Warm climate, high tannin, black fruit aromas, and always produced as a 100% single-variety wine.
  • D. High sugar, very low alcohol, and always produced as a sparkling wine.

Critical Answer & Explanation

Answer: B. Low acidity, full body, high alcohol, red plum and strawberry aromas, and flavours of dried herbs (Garrigue). Explanation: Grenache (known as Garnacha in Spain) is a variety that thrives in the sun. Because it has thin skins, it typically has Low Acidity and soft tannins, but in warm climates, it accumulates high sugar levels resulting in High Alcohol and a Full Body. Its signature profile includes ripe Red Plum and Strawberry, often accompanied by the scent of dried wild herbs known as Garrigue in the Southern Rhône.

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  • Category: WSET Level 2 Theory
  • Key Insight: Answer: B. Low acidity, full body, high alcohol, red plum and strawberry aromas, and flavours of dri...
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Pass-Guarantee Tip

[Trap]: Do not think Grenache prefers cool climates. This grape loves the sun and only expresses its true character in warm to hot regions. [Tip]: On the L2 exam, if you see keywords like 'Strawberry', 'High Alcohol', or 'Southern Rhône', choose 'Grenache'.