3.3 Bourgogne Quizzy 2 Flashcards
What are the two classic grapes of Burgundy?
Chardonnay Pinot Noir
What grape is associated with Chablis?
Chardonnay
What is the climate in Burgundy?
Northern continental climate Winters can be severe (much more severe than in Bordeaux where the ocean plays a moderating role) Hot summers Autumn are cool and rain is frequent at harvest
What is the annual rainfall in Bourgogne?
650mm per year Distinctly lower than in Bordeaux which has 890mm rain per year
What is the 3 main natural climatic hazards in Bourgogne?
- Spring frosts, particularly in Chablis when they can appear as late as May 2. Summer rain - causing grey rot 3. Summer hailstorms
What are the three main soil types in Bourgogne?
- Calcareous clay dominated and Chardonnay is usually planted on this 2. Pinot Noir is planted where there is more limy marl 3. Further south in Beaujolais, Gamay plantings enjoy granite soils
Where are the best sites located in the Bourgogne?
Mid slopes which catch the deepest layer of slope wash and act as sun traps Even here would are shallow, rarely more than a metre and vine roots penetrate deep into the limestone bedrock.
What are the two red grapes associated with Bourgogne?
Pinot Noir Gamay
What are the two white grapes associated with Bourgogne?
Chardonnay Aligoté
Why is terroir considered important in Bourgogne?
- Because both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are very sensitive to subtle variations in terroir 2. The steepness or direction of the slopes, depth, drainage and mineral content of the soils can vary dramatically within small areas
Why are the vineyards in Bourgogne fragmented?
Due to Napoleonic law of inheritance
How much of Burgundy wine is domaine bottled?
40%
Why has price risen for negociants in Burgundy?
More growers choose to domaine bottle, wine available for large negociants has decreased resulting in a price rise
Who knows the quantities and prices of wine for sale from different growers in Burgundy?
Brokers or courtiers
Are the majority of wines grower vinified in Burgundy?
Yes growers will vinify their own wines generally before either domaine bottling (40%) or selling to a négociant
Why is there a large rise in single producers buying wine from their neighbours?
As it is cheaper than purchasing land
Where in Burgundy do cooperative cellars feature highly?
Chablis and Mâcon
What is Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire AC?
Regional AC in Burgundy (the lowest one in the pecking order) Mainly Gamay Some white produced, blend of Melon de Bourgogne and Aligoté
What is Bourgogne Aligoté, where is it produced and what will you find there?
A regional AC in Burgundy High acidity and low alcohol Chablis and some villages on the Côte d’Or and the Côte Chalonnaise. The village of Bouzeron has its own application for Aligoté
What does Passetoutgrains translate as? As in Bourgogne Passetoutgrains AC?
Literally ‘chuck it all together’
What is Bourgogne Passetoutgrains and what grapes does it contain?
It is a regional AC in Burgundy Means ‘chuck it all together’ Blend of Pinot Noir (at least 30%) and Gamay
How much Pinot Noir is needed in a Bourgogne Passetoutgrains?
At least 30% Gamay also included in the blend
What is the only grape permitted in Bourgogne Rouge AC?
Pinot Noir
What is the only grape allowed in Bourgogne Blanc AC?
Chardonnay
What is Bourgogne Rouge AC?
A regional AC in Burgundy Which permits only Pinot Noir
What is Bourgogne Blanc?
A regional AC in Burgundy that permitted only Chardonnay
What are Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits AC & Haut-Côtes de Beaune AC?
Red and white wine made from 18 villages situated in hills behind the Côte Lighter in body and less concentrated than Côte de Nuits. Most made in the co-op cellar in Beunne.
What is Bourgogne Côte Challonnaise?
A regional AC which covers Rully, Givry, Montagny, Mercury and some surrounding vineyards. Mea ha of these areas are also ACs in their Ken right in
How much of Burgundy wine is domaine bottled?
40%
Why has price risen for negociants in Burgundy?
More growers choose to domaine bottle, wine available for large negociants has decreased resulting in a price rise
Who knows the quantities and prices of wine for sale from different growers in Burgundy?
Brokers or courtiers
Are the majority of wines grower vinified in Burgundy?
Yes growers will vinify their own wines generally before either domaine bottling (40%) or selling to a négociant
Why is there a large rise in single producers buying wine from their neighbours?
As it is cheaper than purchasing land
Where in Burgundy do cooperative cellars feature highly?
Chablis and Mâcon
What is Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire AC?
Regional AC in Burgundy (the lowest one in the pecking order) Mainly Gamay Some white produced, blend of Melon de Bourgogne and Aligoté
What is Bourgogne Aligoté, where is it produced and what will you find there?
A regional AC in Burgundy High acidity and low alcohol Chablis and some villages on the Côte d’Or and the Côte Chalonnaise. The village of Bouzeron has its own application for Aligoté
What does Passetoutgrains translate as? As in Bourgogne Passetoutgrains AC?
Literally ‘chuck it all together’
What is Bourgogne Passetoutgrains and what grapes does it contain?
It is a regional AC in Burgundy Means ‘chuck it all together’ Blend of Pinot Noir (at least 30%) and Gamay
How much Pinot Noir is needed in a Bourgogne Passetoutgrains?
At least 30% Gamay also included in the blend
How much have exports of Beaujolais to the UK risen in the past year?
35% by volume and 9% by value
