Wine & Beverage : Wine & Beverage Objectives:
Discover wine bottle styles
Identify the importance of wine labels
Identify proper stemware for wines
Define information needed on wine labels
Identify storage and shelf life for wines
Discuss what corks are used to plug wines SEC 2 2-1 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP Date:_____________ The Composition
of the
Wine Bottle
The Wine Bottle? : The Wine Bottle? Wines were not always stored in glass bottles. This beverage was once carried in clay pots or animal skins with a number of bottle closures such as oils, cloths and stones.
Nevertheless, the bottle can tell a person a lot about the wine itself? Wine Scope:
The Wines Bottle
The Wine Glass
The Wine Label
Storage, Serving and Shelf Life
The Cork 2-2 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
Wine Bottle Shapes : Wine Bottle Shapes This Bottle:
Has high broad-curved shoulders
Is traditionally used for older red wines from the Bordeaux region of France.
Will often be seen in green, clear or brown glass. This bottle:
Has slim sloping-shoulders
Is traditionally used for red or white grape varietals.
Will often be seen in green or brown glass as well. The Bordeaux Wine Bottle The Burgundy Wine Bottle 2-3 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
Wine Bottle Shapes : Wine Bottle Shapes This bottle:
Has thicker glass and a taller-neck which is ideal for storing sparkling wines.
Due to the c02 pressure in the bottle, it will usually have a dimple or punt at the end of the bottle.
Will often be seen in brown and green. This bottle:
Has a very tall slender neck and narrowed shoulders.
Is traditionally used for white wines coming from Germany and Alsace regions.
Will often be seen in green, brown and royal blue. The Sparkling Wine Bottle The Flute Wine Bottle 2-4 They all hold 25.4 ounces Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
3 Types of Wine Glasses : 3 Types of Wine Glasses Red wine glasses are characterized by their rounder, wider bowl, which gives the wine a chance to breathe. White wine glasses are generally narrower with somewhat straight or tulip-shaped sides. Selecting a wine glass is important. The shape of the glass can influence several areas:
Temperature
Perception Champagne Flutes are
characterized by a long stem
with a tall, narrow bowl. The
shape is designed to keep
Champagne desirable during
its consumption. 2-5 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
The Wine Label : The Wine Label The label is often the only resource a consumer has to evaluate the wine before purchase. Learning to decode a wine label will arm you with the tools you need to be a savvy consumer.
By law, the *United States Department of Treasury Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) requires all wine bottle labels, (domestic or international for sale and/or import or distribution into the US), have the following information: 2-6 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP Maker Area Selection Year
Wine Label : Wine Label In general if the:
Producer this represents the actual individual that has turned the grape into wine.
Appellation/region is on the label it refers to the specific location in which a particular wine was harvested or produced. At least 85% of these grapes must have been grown in this region.
Vintage is on the label, it indicates a specific birth year/production. At least 95 % of the wine must have been derived from grapes harvested in this calendar year.
Varietal is identified, it designates a specific grape/s in the bottle. At least 75% of the wine must come from these grapes.
Other Information: Government warning, ABV content, serving size, servings per container, address of shipper and import stamp if needed.- Additives and Nutritional Info 2-7 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
Wine Label Language: : Wine Label Language: Other info that may appear on the bottle, is:
The above terms have a special meaning
indicating that the wine has been prepared
and/or handled in an extra special manner. Réserve
Estate
Château
Village
Meritage
Grand Cru Private Reserve
Special Reserve
Vintners Reserve
Vintage Selection
Classico
Premier Cru 2-8 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
Wine Storage, Shelf Life and Serving : Wine Storage, Shelf Life and Serving Store:
In a dark place
Whites on the bottom and Reds on top
On its side with limited vibrations
In a temperature range of 50-60
Shelf Life:
If opened at room temp: 7-14 days
If opened and refrigerated: 30 days
Unopened wine should last about 6-8 years
Serve:
Whites/Sparkling between 40-50 degrees
Reds/Fortified between 50-60 degrees
Rose between 50-60 degrees 2-9 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP
4 Types of Cork used to Plug Wines: : 4 Types of Cork used to Plug Wines: 3. Screw Cap: Made of light weight metal with a plastic liner that is said to provide the best seal for bottled wines. 4. Synthetic Cork: made of plastic resin that will not dry or shrink. Natural Cork: This cork come directly from the bark of an actual cork oak tree. Agglomerated Cork: Created by gluing small pieces of raw cork into the desired shape and size of the cork. http://www.leeners.com/corks.html 2-10 Instructor: Anthony R. McPhee; CHE, FMP