WSET Level 2 Practice Question · Episode 67
Show Answer & Explanation (try the quiz first)
Practice Question
When serving White Wine or Rosé Wine, what is the recommended temperature range to best highlight its refreshing acidity and fruit flavors?
- A. Room temperature (18–20°C)
- B. Chilled (7–10°C)
- C. Warm (50–60°C)
- D. Blends various grape varieties to ensure a consistent taste every year.
Answer & Explanation
Answer: B. Chilled (7–10°C) Explanation: Wine Service is the final art that explodes the potential of aroma and flavor. White and Rosé wines should be served chilled (7–10°C) to delightfully bring out their characteristic refreshing acidity. Conversely, Full-bodied red wines should be served at 'room temperature' (15–18°C) to soften tannins and allow rich aromas to bloom. Proper glassware is also essential for concentrating aromas and determining the mouthfeel.
Expert Exam Tip
[Trap]: Do not assume that red wine should be served at summer room temperatures (25–30°C). These are too warm for red wine, making it taste flabby and alcoholic. Always aim for 15–18°C. [Tip]: In the exam, link 'Refresh acidity' with chilled white wines and 'Complexity/Softening tannins' with red wines.