Wine quiz

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🏅 Part A – Objective Questions (1 mark each)

(Tick the correct answer)

  1. Wine is made by the fermentation of which fruit?
    a) Apple
    b) Grape
    c) Plum
    d) Berry

  2. The process of turning grape juice into wine is called:
    a) Brewing
    b) Distillation
    c) Fermentation
    d) Filtration

  3. The person who makes wine is known as:
    a) Brewer
    b) Winemaker / Vintner
    c) Sommelier
    d) Viticulturist

  4. Which part of the grape gives red wine its color?
    a) Juice
    b) Skin
    c) Seed
    d) Pulp

  5. Which of the following is a white grape variety?
    a) Cabernet Sauvignon
    b) Merlot
    c) Sauvignon Blanc
    d) Shiraz

  6. Which country is considered the birthplace of wine?
    a) France
    b) Italy
    c) Georgia
    d) Spain

  7. What does “vintage” mean in wine?
    a) The year the grapes were harvested
    b) The price of wine
    c) The wine’s brand name
    d) The color of the wine

  8. Champagne comes from which country?
    a) Italy
    b) France
    c) Spain
    d) Portugal

  9. The alcohol percentage of most wines is around:
    a) 2–4%
    b) 5–7%
    c) 8–15%
    d) 20–25%

  10. Which of these is a sparkling wine?
    a) Rioja
    b) Prosecco
    c) Merlot
    d) Shiraz

  11. The study of wine and winemaking is called:
    a) Viticulture
    b) Oenology
    c) Brewing Science
    d) Gastronomy

  12. Grover Zampa is a leading wine producer from which country?
    a) France
    b) India
    c) Italy
    d) Spain

  13. WSET stands for:
    a) Wine & Spirits Education Trust
    b) Wine Sommelier Education Training
    c) World Spirits Evaluation Test
    d) Wine Study Examination Test

  14. Red wines are usually served at:
    a) Room temperature
    b) Chilled
    c) Frozen
    d) Warm

  15. The world’s largest wine-producing country is:
    a) Italy
    b) France
    c) Spain
    d) USA

🍷 Part B – Subjective Questions (1 mark each)

(Answer briefly in 1–2 lines)

  1. Name the two main types of wines based on color.

  2. What is the main difference between red and white wine production?

  3. Define “terroir” in winemaking.

  4. What is the purpose of swirling wine in a glass?

  5. Name two red grape varieties.

  6. Name two white grape varieties.

  7. What does “dry wine” mean?

  8. What does “tannin” refer to in wine?

  9. Write one difference between Old World and New World wines.

  10. Name two wine-producing states of India.

  11. What is the ideal glass shape for red wine?

  12. Why is wine sometimes aged in oak barrels?

  13. What food pairs well with red wine?

  14. What does “ABV” stand for on a wine label?

  15. Write one reason why wine education is important for hospitality students.

✅ Evaluation Suggestion:

  • Each correct objective = 1 mark

  • Each subjective = 1 mark (based on accuracy & clarity)

  • Total = 30 marks

  • Select top 25 scorers for the tasting session