3. Burgundy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the history of Burgundy?
A
Roman times,
monestaries 1000 CE - when vineyards started to be divided into climats.
2
Q
What are the areas of burgundy?
A
Chablis
Côte d’Or
Côte Chalonnaise
Mâconnais 1000m plus
Beaujolais 500m to 1000m
Côte de Nuits Dijon to Nuits-Saint-Georges
Cote de Beaune Nuits-Saint-Georges to Santenay
3
Q
What can be said about the quality lvl of plantings in Burgundy and the price for Burgundy wine?
A
Good to outstanding.
Mid-priced to super-premium.
Limited supply and surging worldwide demand increase prices.
4
Q
How are the plantings excl beaujolais divided?
A
50% char
40% PN
5% Aligoté
Regional variations - Yonne department (where chablis lies) 80% char Côte d’Or 60% PN
