AOC Part 2 Flashcards
What is the smallest of the Medoc communes with the highest percentage of classified growths?
St Julien
St Julien has no First or Fifth growths.
What are the leading wines of St Julien known for?
Precision and refinement
Which is the largest and southernmost commune in Haut-Medoc?
Margaux
What is notable about the soil in Margaux?
Lightest and most gravelly soil in the Medoc
What characteristics do the wines of Margaux exhibit?
Soaring elegance, refinement, and extremely generous aromas
How does the percentage of Merlot affect the wines of Margaux compared to northern neighbors?
Wines are often softer and more lush
What phrase describes the wines of Margaux?
‘An iron fist in a velvet glove’
Where are Moulis and Listrac located in relation to more famous communes?
Further inland
What type of soil is found away from the river bank in Moulis and Listrac?
Heavier soil that retains more water
What is a key difference between the AOCs located south of Bordeaux and those in the Medoc?
Increased white wine production
How are the châteaux of Graves classified?
Separately for red and white wines
What is the name of the smaller sub-appellation of Graves noted for high quality wines?
Pessac-Léognan
Which château was the only one outside of the Medoc included in the 1855 Classification?
Haut-Brion
What percentage of the production do white wines represent in Graves?
25%
What are the main grape varieties used in the production of dessert wines in Barsac and Sauternes?
- Semillon
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Muscadelle
What is the main risk associated with producing wines from botrytis-infected grapes?
Conditions must be just right for botrytis to occur
What is the term used for the AOCs located on the right side of the Dordogne River?
Right Bank
Which grape variety is better suited to the high clay content of Right Bank soils?
Merlot
What is the classification status of wines from Pomerol?
Never had a classification system
What is the typical percentage of Merlot in Pomerol wines?
Over 90%
What is a notable feature of Pomerol wines regarding their consumption?
Can be consumed earlier than wines from other regions
What is significant about the aging potential of top Pomerol wines?
Will age extremely well
