CLEAN : English winemaker does a local version of 'Beaujolais nouveau'

The video discusses the process of carbonic maceration used in winemaking, similar to Beaujolais Nouveau, to produce a fruity, low-tannin red wine. It highlights the celebratory nature of this wine, especially during challenging times like the pandemic. The impact of climate change on English wine production is noted, with earlier harvest and budburst dates. The video also touches on the growing international recognition and export of English wine.

What type of notes are typically associated with wines made using carbonic maceration?

• Earthy and spicy

• Smoky and oaky

• Fruity and tropical

• Herbal and floral

How does carbonic maceration affect the tannin levels in wine?

• It increases tannin levels

• It makes tannins more bitter

• It has no effect on tannin levels

• It reduces tannin levels

What is the main goal of using carbonic maceration in winemaking?

• To create a complex, high-tannin wine

• To increase the wine's alcohol content

• To produce a light, fruity wine quickly

• To enhance the wine's aging potential

How has climate change impacted the timing of harvest and budburst in English vineyards?

• Harvest and budburst are now later

• There has been no change

• Harvest and budburst are now earlier

• Only budburst is earlier

What is one positive effect of climate change on English wine production?

• It has made wine production more expensive

• It has decreased the demand for English wine

• It has improved the quality of English wine

• It has reduced the variety of grapes grown

Which regions are currently importing English wine?

• South America and Africa

• Australia and New Zealand

• Scandinavia and Japan

• France and Italy

What role have international competitions played in the English wine industry?

• They have had no impact

• They have decreased the popularity of English wine

• They have made English wine more expensive

• They have helped English wine gain international recognition