Section 6 - Storage and Service Flashcards
What temperature in C and F should wine be stored at?
10 - 15 C or 50 - 59 F
Why should you store wine on its side? Do all wines need to be stored on their side?
To prevent the cork from drying out . No, wines with screwcaps do not need to be stored on their side.
What happens to a wine if the cork dries out?
It lets air in and the wine becomes oxidized.
What four things are you trying to avoid when storing a wine?
Extremes in temperature (need constant), oxidation, light and vibration
Is 18 C (or 64.5 F) to cold for a red wine to be served?
No, above this temperature red wines may lose their freshness.
How should you prepare an ice bucket to hold wine?
Fill it 3/4 full with an equal mix of water and ice
What serving temperature for a medium/full-bodied white?
Lightly chilled (10-13 C or 50-55 F)
What serving temperature for a sparkling wine?
Well chilled (6-8 C or 43-45F)
What serving temperature for a light-bodied white?
Chilled (7-10 C or 45-50 F)
What serving temperature for a sweet white?
Well chilled (6-8 C or 43-45 F)
What serving temperature for a medium/full-bodied red?
Room temperature (15-18 C or 59-64 F)
What serving temperature for a light-bodied red?
Lightly chilled (13 C or 55F)
Larger sized glass allow _____ to come in contact with the wine. They are best for ___ wines.
Air to come in contact with the wine. They develop the aromas and flavors of red wine.
Medium sized glass allow _____ . They are best for ___ wines.
The fresh, fruit characteristics to be gathered and directed to the top of the glass WHITE and ROSE
Flutes ______ and are best for ____ wines
These enhance the effect of bubbles and let them travel through alot of liquid before bursting at the top. SPARKING
