WSET Level 2 Practice Question · Episode 48
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Practice Question
When evaluating the Quality of a wine in the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT), which of the following is NOT one of the 4 key factors (BLIC)?
- A. Balance
- B. Length
- C. Intensity
- D. Price
Answer & Explanation
Answer: D. Price Explanation: Quality in wine is not necessarily proportional to price. Professionals evaluate quality objectively from 'Outstanding' to 'Poor' using the BLIC criteria: 1. Balance: The harmony between acid, alcohol, sugar, and tannin. 2. Length: How long the pleasant flavors linger in the mouth after swallowing. 3. Intensity: How clear and powerful the aromas and flavors are. 4. Complexity: Whether the wine has multiple layers of flavor (fruit, oak, aging) or is one-dimensional.
Expert Exam Tip
[Trap]: Do not assume your personal "favorite" wine is automatically 'Outstanding.' Personal preference and objective quality (BLIC) must be evaluated separately. [Tip]: In the exam, remember that 'Length' and 'Complexity' are the most critical hallmarks of a high-quality wine.