This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Explain the decision making factors that need to be considered when a winemaker uses wood aging? ... (Read 35 times)

dejastew

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 562
Explain the decision making factors that need to be considered when a winemaker uses wood aging?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What is the effect of suggestive selling?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

kaylee05

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 318
Answer to Question 1

Prior to a winemaker procuring barrels, there are numerous decisions that need to be considered. Factors that affect the barrels ability to influence a wine's personality throughout the aging process include: (1) level of toast; (2) type of wood; (3) size of the barrel; (4) age of the barrel; and (5) length of aging.

Level of Toast After the barrel is assembledit is toasted or charred on the inside. The amount or degree of toast, or seasoning has an effect on the flavor profile of the aging wine.

Type of Wood The barrels are made from various types of wood depending on their intended use, preference of the winemaker and tradition of a particular production area. The most common wood used for barrel making is white oakboth French and American.

Size of the Barrel can dramatically influence the aroma, flavor and color of the wine being held in the barrel. The smaller the barrel, the greater the flavor imparted, because the wine has more direct contact or surface area with the wood of the barrelwhile a larger barrel has less surface area and therefore contributes less aroma and flavor.

Age of the Barrel Typical aroma and flavor characteristics from wood aging can be more or less assertive dependent upon the number of times a barrel has been used.

Length of Aging The length of aging wines can range from a few months, to several years in cases where small amounts of evaporation occur through the aging process. Lengthy aging assists to soften harsh tannins and allow desirable flavors to develop.

Answer to Question 2

When a server uses suggestive selling, the server is helping guests discover what is on the menu for their dining pleasure, and furthermore preparing the way for their desire to return again, along with increasing sales for the restaurant. Also the server has a greater opportunity to earn increased tips.





 

Did you know?

The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.

Did you know?

According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.

Did you know?

The highest suicide rate in the United States is among people ages 65 years and older. Almost 15% of people in this age group commit suicide every year.

Did you know?

More than 20 million Americans cite use of marijuana within the past 30 days, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). More than 8 million admit to using it almost every day.

Did you know?

Though methadone is often used to treat dependency on other opioids, the drug itself can be abused. Crushing or snorting methadone can achieve the opiate "rush" desired by addicts. Improper use such as these can lead to a dangerous dependency on methadone. This drug now accounts for nearly one-third of opioid-related deaths.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library