Question 1

Question 1: Which of the following shows the correct trade-up order for the David Finlayson Wines portfolio, from the ideal introductory recommendation to the most premium offering? • David Finlayson varietal wines → Sauvignon Blanc or The Pepper Pot → GS Cabernet Sauvignon → Camino Africana range • Sauvignon Blanc or The Pepper Pot → David Finlayson varietal wines → Camino Africana range → GS Cabernet Sauvignon • Camino Africana range → David Finlayson varietal wines → Sauvignon Blanc or The Pepper Pot → GS Cabernet Sauvignon • Sauvignon Blanc or The Pepper Pot → Camino Africana range → David Finlayson varietal wines → GS Cabernet Sauvignon

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is: The recommended trade-up ladder begins with the Sauvignon Blanc or The Pepper Pot, followed by the David Finlayson varietal wines. The next step is the flagship Camino Africana range, which highlights exceptional vineyard sites and terroir. The final recommendation is the cellar-worthy GS Cabernet Sauvignon, offering the highest level of complexity and ageing potential.

Question 2

Question 2: The David Finlayson The Pepper Pot is a Red Blend made from grapes sourced from multiple vineyards in Stellenbosch and Paarl. Which of the following 3 statements correctly describe the winemaking process of the wine? • The wine is made from 11 different ferments • The wine is made with natural yeasts only • Grapes are matured in 2nd- and 3rd-fill French oak barrels and 65hl foudres for 14 months • It is not a true Rhône-style blend because it includes Tannat

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is: The David Finlayson is a Red Blend made from grapes sourced from multiple vineyards in Stellenbosch and Paarl. The wine is made from 11 different ferments with different techniques applied to individual batches; for example, some fermentations use natural yeast. The grapes are matured in 2nd- and 3rd-fill French oak barrels and 65hl foudres for 14 months.