Certified Sommelier Practice Exam

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Which of the following describes Vin Doux Naturel?

Produced by adding distillate to fermented must
Produced by adding distillate to unfermented must
Wines typically contain 12-13% alcohol
Must is always sourced from Bordeaux grapes

The correct answer is: Produced by adding distillate to fermented must

Vin Doux Naturel, or "naturally sweet wine," is a fortified wine that is made by adding distillate (usually brandy) to fermented must. This process stops fermentation while retaining some of the grape's natural sugars, resulting in a sweet wine with higher alcohol content. This method allows for the preservation of the sweetness and flavor profile of the grapes. The other options do not accurately describe Vin Doux Naturel. For instance, the addition of distillate to unfermented must or the idea that wines contain a specific alcohol content or must solely sourced from Bordeaux grapes does not align with how Vin Doux Naturel is produced or classified. This fortified wine can be made from various grape varieties and is not limited to a specific region or alcohol percentage.