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When it comes to critiquing wine, it is important to understand the basics. How knowledgeable are you about wine basics? Take this quiz and find out!Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Syrah are all examples of red wines from the Noble variety of grape.Wine Basics
Varietal is the name for a wine made primarily or exclusively from one variety of grapes.Wine Basics
California law requires that a varietal wine contain at least 75 percent of the grape named on the label.Wine Basics
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Viticulture is the wine term that describes the way the vines are tended and how much fruit they are allowed to produce.Wine Basics
Pinot Blanc is a dry wine similar to Chardonnay but not as complex, with aromas and flavors of white melon and citrus, usually made with little or no oak.Wine Basics
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Riesling is a white wine considered by most connoisseurs to be on of the world's greatest wines but is underappreciated in America.Wine Basics
Zinfandel has an unknown ancestry and is produced almost exclusively in California.Wine Basics
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Blend is the name for a wine that does not carry a single varietal designation.Wine Basics