What term describes wines from Europe that generally show restrained fruit and higher acidity?

• A. Old World
• B. New World
• C. Global
• D. Hybrid

Answer: (A)

Old World wines describe those from Europe and are typically known for restrained fruit and higher acidity. This style comes from cooler climates in many European regions, traditional winemaking aims to preserve acidity, and a focus on expressing terroir rather than pushing ripe fruit. The result is wine that often tastes more like the soil and has a crisper, longer finish, which also supports aging. In contrast, New World wines (from outside Europe) are usually riper, fruit-forward, and can have softer acidity due to warmer growing conditions and different styles. The other terms don’t capture this geographic-and-style pairing—hybrid refers to grape crosses, and global isn’t a standard way to describe this regional character.