Question 1
(8)
Champagne is a festive, bubbly wine enjoyed all over the world, and is produced in France. Describe
this traditional method of champagne production in detail.
Question 2
(3x3=9)
The wine laws of the European Union (2007) defined three 3 quality tiers for EU wines. Please
describe these quality tiers.
Question 3
(6x2=12)
Champagne is produced at 6 different sweetness levels according to the residual sugar contained in
the wine. Name and describe these sweetness levels.
Question 4
(6)
You are responsible for designing a wine store for the hotel school since proper wine storage
conditions are vital to maintain the character of the wines. Discuss the requirement of a proper
wine store that you have to consider in order to successfully design this wine cellar.
Question 5
(Sx2=10)
Briefly discuss the classifications/ styles of Scotch Whiskies as detailed in the 2009 Scotch Whisky
regulations.
Question 6
(7)
Describe the process of producing a dark rum.
Question 7
(3x4=12)
Complete the below table of liqueur categories and classes. (Recreate the columns in your answer
book.)
Category
e.g.
Botanical
6.1
6.2
6.3
Flavour
Mint
Generic Example
Creme de
Menthe
Proprietary or
Branded Example
Bois Peppermint
Liqueur
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