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Bordeaux - Libournais Flashcards

1
Q

How many AOC in Libournais

A

10 AOCs

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2
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Where is Carmenere not permitted on the Right Bank in Boredeaux?

A

Pomerol

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3
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Soils of Saint Emilion

A

Limestone and clay with some sand on the river and iron rich soils

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4
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What are considered the Pomerol islands in Saint Emilion?

A

Iron rich soils
Figeac
Cheval

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5
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How do the different soils impact the wine style in Saint Emilion?

A

Limestone: high acid, polished tannins
Sand: Fruity forward
Iron Rich: Pomerol Style - velvet tannins, prune walnut

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6
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What area does Saint Emilion Grand Cru cover?

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Same area as Saint Emilion

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7
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What are the production of Saint Emilion Grand Cru AOC vs Saint Emilion AOC?

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3 times the production amount

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8
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St Emilion Grand Cru AOC requirements

A

Bottled at the Chateau
2 tastings both before and after 1 year aged

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9
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How many St Emilion Satelites

A

Four

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10
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Which AOC has iron rich soils?

A

Pomerol

2 islands of Pomerol in St. Emilion

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What wines can be described as soft, velvety, round and generous?

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Pomerol

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12
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What are the 2 AOCs that are on the right bank of the Isle river (west)?

A

Fronsac
Canon Fronsac

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13
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What are the soils of Fronsac?

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Clay and limestone
Red fruit and black pepper

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14
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What are the main grapes for both Fronsac and Canon Fronsac?

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Merlot and Cabernet Franc

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What soils help make Fronsac/Cannon Fronsace Merlot/Cabernet Franc heavy?

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Limestone

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16
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What is a satellite of Pomerol?

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Lalande-de-Pomerol
less aromatic/less structured

17
Q

Name Saint Emilion Satellites

A

Lussac
Montagne
Puisseguin
Saint-Georges

18
Q

What makes the satellites different?

A

More delicate structure

19
Q

What are white wines listed as in Libournais?

A

Bordeaux AOC (no whites in Superieur)

20
Q

What is the dominate blend in Libournais?

A

Merlot
Cabernet Franc

21
Q

When was the Saint Emilion classification system introduced

A

1955

22
Q

In order to become a Grand Cru Classé what does the chateau need to 1st become?

A

Saint Emilion Grand Cru AOC (not the same as the ranking)

23
Q

What is ranked for Saint Emilion Classification?

A

The Chateaux on quality and condition of the winery, the wine, market standing, efforts to create good environment for visitors

24
Q

How many estates are ranked in St Emilion

A

82

25
Q
  1. Premier Grand Cru Classes A
  2. Premier Grand Cru Classes B
  3. Grand Cru Classes
A

A = 4
B = 14
Classés = 64

26
Q

Name the 4 estates Saint Emilion Classes A

A

Châteax Ausone
Cheval Blanc
Angélus
Pavie

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