Bordeaux - Libournais Flashcards
How many AOC in Libournais
10 AOCs
Where is Carmenere not permitted on the Right Bank in Boredeaux?
Pomerol
Soils of Saint Emilion
Limestone and clay with some sand on the river and iron rich soils
What are considered the Pomerol islands in Saint Emilion?
Iron rich soils
Figeac
Cheval
How do the different soils impact the wine style in Saint Emilion?
Limestone: high acid, polished tannins
Sand: Fruity forward
Iron Rich: Pomerol Style - velvet tannins, prune walnut
What area does Saint Emilion Grand Cru cover?
Same area as Saint Emilion
What are the production of Saint Emilion Grand Cru AOC vs Saint Emilion AOC?
3 times the production amount
St Emilion Grand Cru AOC requirements
Bottled at the Chateau
2 tastings both before and after 1 year aged
How many St Emilion Satelites
Four
Which AOC has iron rich soils?
Pomerol
2 islands of Pomerol in St. Emilion
What wines can be described as soft, velvety, round and generous?
Pomerol
What are the 2 AOCs that are on the right bank of the Isle river (west)?
Fronsac
Canon Fronsac
What are the soils of Fronsac?
Clay and limestone
Red fruit and black pepper
What are the main grapes for both Fronsac and Canon Fronsac?
Merlot and Cabernet Franc
What soils help make Fronsac/Cannon Fronsace Merlot/Cabernet Franc heavy?
Limestone
What is a satellite of Pomerol?
Lalande-de-Pomerol
less aromatic/less structured
Name Saint Emilion Satellites
Lussac
Montagne
Puisseguin
Saint-Georges
What makes the satellites different?
More delicate structure
What are white wines listed as in Libournais?
Bordeaux AOC (no whites in Superieur)
What is the dominate blend in Libournais?
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
When was the Saint Emilion classification system introduced
1955
In order to become a Grand Cru Classé what does the chateau need to 1st become?
Saint Emilion Grand Cru AOC (not the same as the ranking)
What is ranked for Saint Emilion Classification?
The Chateaux on quality and condition of the winery, the wine, market standing, efforts to create good environment for visitors
How many estates are ranked in St Emilion
82
- Premier Grand Cru Classes A
- Premier Grand Cru Classes B
- Grand Cru Classes
A = 4
B = 14
Classés = 64
Name the 4 estates Saint Emilion Classes A
Châteax Ausone
Cheval Blanc
Angélus
Pavie
