Bourgogne: Appellations Part 2 Flashcards
1
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What is the meaning of the name Cote d’Or?
A
This region name translates to “golden slope.”
Many claim the name is derived from the yellowing of the vine leaves in autumn.
Bill Nanson, a wine writer, argues that it is simply a contraction of Cote d’Orient or east-facing hillside.
2
Q
Name the wine regions of Cote d’Or.
A
- Cote de Nuits
- Cote de Beaune
3
Q
Where is Cote de Nuits located?
A
This region extends 12mi/19km between Dijon and Corgoloin in Bourgogne.
4
Q
Where are the vineyards of Cote de Nuits planted?
A
On the slopes of an escarpment between 720-1,150ft/220-350m in elevation.
Most vineyards face east.
The vineyards of the Hautes Cotes de Nuits are located above and behind this escarpment.
5
Q
What is the climate in Cote d’Or?
A
Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune possess a:
* continental climate
* considerable seasonal and diurnal temperature variations
* Summers are hot
* Winters are cold
* Significant rain falls in May, June & October
* Hailstorms are not uncommon
6
Q
What soil types are found in Cote de Nuits?
A
- Sedimentary limestones
- Limestone-rich marls
Note: formed 170-160mya
7
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Which grape variety are the soils and aspects of the Cote de Nuits better suited to?
A
Pinot Noir
8
Q
What are some typical characteristics of red wines from Cote de Nuits?
A
Firmly structured with dark berry fruits, earth and spice
Chambolle-Musigny, however, is delicately perfumed and silken on the palate.
9
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Name the appellations of Cote de Nuits.
A
- Marsannay AOC (1987): 12%
- Fixin AOC (1936): 5%
- Gevrey-Chambertin AOC (1936): 21%
- Morey-Saint-Denis AOC (1936): 6%
- Chambolle-Musigny AOC (1936): 8%
- Vougeot AOC (1936): 1%
- Vosne-Romanee AOC (1936): 8%
- Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC (1936): 16%
- Cote de Nuits-Village AOC (1937): 9%
[Cote de Nuits Grands Crus (14%)]
10
Q
What are the authorized grape varieties for the village AOCs of the Cote de Nuits?
A
White:
* [P or S] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris:
* [S] Pinot Gris
Red:
* [P] Pinot Noir
White varieties are considered primary in appellations authorized to make white wines; otherwise, they are considered secondary.
11
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Name the 2 lesser-known AOCs located in the north of the Cote de Nuits.
A
- Marsannay AOC
- Fixin AOC
12
Q
What styles of wine are produced in Marsannay AOC?
A
- Dry White
- Rose
- Red
This appellation is known for its production of delicate and fruity rose, which can be made from Pinot Gris and/or Pinot Noir.
13
Q
Which grapes are permitted in the Marsannay AOC?
A
White:
* [P] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris:
* [P] Pinot Gris
Red:
* [P] Pinot Noir
14
Q
How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in Marsannay AOC?
A
0
15
Q
Which appellation’s wines were more highly regarded than those of Gevrey up until the end of the 17th century?
A
Fixin AOC
16
Q
What styles of wine are produced in Fixin AOC?
A
- Dry White
- Red
Production here is mostly red.
17
Q
Which grape varieties are permitted in Fixin AOC?
A
White:
* [P] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris:
* [S] Pinot Gris
Red:
* [P] Pinot Noir
18
Q
What topographical feature provides the vineyards of Fixin AOC protection from hail?
A
A forested windbreak on the western ridgeline.
19
Q
How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in Fixin AOC?
A
- 0 Grands Crus
- 6 Premiers Crus
20
Q
The northern portion of the Cote de Nuits encompasses the villages and Grands Crus of which AOCs?
A
- Gevrey-Chambertin AOC
- Morey-Saint-Denis AOC
- Chambolle-Musigny AOC
21
Q
Which is the largest village appellation in the Cote d’Or?
A
Gevrey-Chambertin AOC
It has more Grands Crus than any other.
22
Q
What style of wine is produced in Gevrey-Chambertin AOC?
A
Red
Based on Pinot Noir.
23
Q
How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in Gevrey-Chambertin AOC?
A
- 9 Grands Crus
- 26 Premiers Crus
24
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Name the Grands Crus of Gevrey-Chambertin AOC.
A
- Chambertin
- Chambertin-Clos de Beze
- Chapelle-Chambertin
- Chames-Chambertin
- Mazoyeres-Chambertin
- Griotte-Chambertin
- Latricieres-Chambertin
- Mazis-Chambertin
- Ruchottes-Chambertin
25
What is important to know about quality in regards to wines from **Gevrey-Chambertin AOC**?
Although 20% of its vineyards are classified as *Premiers Crus*, quality depends upon the producer.
26
How did **Gevrey-Chambertin AOC** get its name?
*Chambertin* was reputed to be Napoleon's favourite wine.
*Gevrey* petitioned to add the vineyard name (*Chambertin*) to that of the village (*Gevrey*) in 1847.
27
Prior to the establishment of the **AOC** system, which relatively unknown area had its wines marked as **Gevrey-Chambertin** or **Chambolle-Musigny**?
**Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**
The quality of wines were such that modern **Pinot Noir** clones were developed from one of this region's *Grand Crus* vineyards (*Clos de la Roche*).
Note: Clones taken included 113, 114, 115, 667, 777, 778
28
What wine styles are produced in **Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
29
Which grapes are permitted in **Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Chardonnay**, **Pinot Blanc**, **Aligote** (in *climat* Mons Luisant)
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Pinot Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Pinot Noir**
30
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**?
* **5** *Grands Crus* (1 shared with **Chambolle-Musigny**)
* **20** *Premiers Crus*
31
Name the *Grands Crus* of **Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**.
1. **Clos de la Roche**
2. **Clos Saint-Denis**
3. **Clos des Lambrays**
4. **Clos de Tart**
5. **Bonnes-Mares** (shared with **Chambolle-Musigny**)
32
Which **Cote de Nuits** appellation produces the most delicate wines?
**Chambolle-Musigny AOC**
They are often described as "silk and lace."
33
What styles of wine are produced in **Chambolle-Musigny AOC**?
Red
Based on **Pinot Noir**.
34
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Chambolle-Musigny AOC**?
* **2** *Grands Crus*
* **24** *Premiers Crus*
35
Name the *Grands Crus* of **Chambolle-Musigny AOC**.
1. **Bonnes-Mares** (shared with **Morey-Saint-Denis AOC**)
2. **Musigny**
36
Name the only 2 *Grands Crus* in **Bourgogne** permitted to produce both red and white wine.
* **Musigny** (belonging to the **Chambolle-Musigny AOC** in the **Cote de Nuits**)
* **Corton** (belonging to the **Aloxe-Corton AOC** in the **Cote de Beaune**)
37
Name the **3** villages located in the southern portion of the **Cote de Nuits**.
* **Vougeot AOC**
* **Vosne-Romanee AOC**
* **Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC**
38
Which village in the **Cote d'Or** represents the smallest wine commune, but the largest *Grand Cru* in the **Cote de Nuits**?
**Vougeot AOC**
**Three-quarters** of this **AOC**s production is from its single *Grand Cru*.
| * Errata 2022
39
What styles of wine are produced in **Vougeot AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
This **AOC** produces red wines (based on **Pinot Noir**) almost exclusively.
40
How many *Grand*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Vougeot AOC**?
* **1** *Grand Cru*
* **4** *Premiers Crus*
41
Name the only *Grand Cru* in **Vougeot AOC**.
**Clos de Vougeot**
This is the only *Grand Cru* in the **Cote d'Or** that rests at the bottom of the slope.
42
What is the *Chateau du Clos de Vougeot*?
This is a national monument and home to **Bourgogne**'s promotional organization, *La Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin*.
It is located in the village of **Vougeot**, in **Cote de Nuits**.
43
Which village in **Bourgogne** is referred to as "the Pearl of the Cote?"
**Vosne-Romanee AOC**
44
What styles of wine are produced in **Vosne-Romanee AOC**?
Red
Based on **Pinot Noir**.
45
Describe the wines of **Vosne-Romanee AOC**.
Its wines combine as intensity of flavour with refinement, as in "an iron fist in a velvet glove."
46
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Vosne-Romanee AOC**?
* **8** *Grands Crus*
* **14** *Premiers Crus*
8 of the most prestigious *Grands Crus* are located here.
47
Name the *Grands Crus* of **Vosne-Romanee AOC**.
1. **La Romanee** *
2. **Romanee-Conti** *
3. **Romanee-Saint-Vivant**
4. **Richebourg**
5. **La Tache** *
6. **Echezeaux**
7. **Grands-Echezeaux**
8. **La Grande Rue** *
Most are small and half (marked with asterisks) are *monopoles*.
48
Which is the second-largest village in the **Cote de Nuits**?
**Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC**
49
What styles of wine are produced in **Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
50
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **41** *Premiers Crus*
*Premier Cru* vineyards account for over 45% of this area's production.
The flagship *Premier Cru* vineyard, **Saint-Georges**, is believed to be *Grand Cru*-worthy.
51
Who does **Nuits-Saint-Georges** serve as a center for?
* Wine Shippers
* Brokers
* *Negociants*
* Cooperages
* *Cremant* producers
52
What is the **Cote de Nuits-Villages AOC** for?
This appellation allows lesser-known villages to use a more well-known name.
It is shared by 5 villages:
1. **Fixin** (in the north)
2. **Brochon** (in the north)
3. **Premeaux** (in the south)
4. **Comblanchien** (in the south)
5. **Corgoloin** (in the south)
53
What styles of wine are produced in **Cote de Nuits-Villages AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
This **AOC** produces mostly red wines.
54
What are the characteristics of wines produced under **Cote de Nuits-Villages AOC**?
Depending on where the majority of the fruit is sourced, these wines can be:
* firmly structured with chalky tannins and bracing acidity (north)
* soft upon the palate with a rich amalgamation of spice and earth (south)
55
Where is the **Cote de Beaune** located?
This wine sub-region lies south of the **Cote de Nuits** and north of the **Cote Chalonnais** in **Bourgogne**.
It comprises a narrow stretch of vineyard land from the town of *Ladoix-Serrigny* to *Maranges*.
56
How do the vineyard slopes in **Cote de Nuits** compare to those in **Cote de Beaune**?
**Cote de Beaune**:
* slopes tend to face southeast
* escarpment is softer in profile & more broken
**Cote de Nuits**:
* faces east.
* escarpment is generally steeper & more consistent
57
Where are the vineyards planted in **Cote de Beaune**?
On an escarpment between 720-1,150ft/220-350m in elevation.
Behind the escarpment (to the west) is the **Hautes Cotes de Beaune** at 1,300ft/400m in elevation.
58
What soil types are found in **Cote de Beaune**?
* Limestone
* Limestone-rich marls
These soils were formed 160-150mya and are slightly younger than the soils of the **Cote de Nuits**.
59
How much of the wine produced in **Cote de Beaune** is red or white?
* approx. two-thirds red
* one-third white
60
What are the characteristics of white wines from **Cote de Beaune**?
The soils and topography of this sub-region give rise to a range of white wines, who styles varies:
* from rich & intense
* to taut & fresh
61
What are the characteristics of red wines from **Cote de Beaune**?
Elegant & full of finesse with more depth and concentration coming from:
* **Volnay**
* **Pommard**
* **Beaune**
* **Aloxe-Corton**
62
Name the appellations of **Cote de Beaune**.
1. **Ladoix AOC** (1937)
2. **Aloxe-Corton AOC** (1938)
3. **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC** (1936)
4. **Chorey-les-Beaunes AOC** (1937): 7%
5. **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC** (1937): 8%
6. **Beaune AOC** (1936): 10%
7. **Cote de Beaune AOC** (1937)
8. **Pommard AOC** (1936): 8%
9. **Volnay AOC** (1937): 5%
10. **Monthelie AOC** (1937)
11. **Saint-Romain AOC**: (1947)
12. **Auxey-Duresses AOC** (1937)
13. **Saint-Aubin AOC** (1937)
14. **Meursault AOC** (1937): 10%
15. **Puligny-Montrachet AOC** (1937): 5%
16. **Chassagne-Montrachet AOC** (1937): 8%
17. **Blagny AOC** (1937)
18. **Santenay AOC** (1936): 8%
19. **Maranges AOC** (1989): 4%
20. **Cote de Beaune-Villages AOC** (1937)
Other: 23%
[Cote de Beaune Grands Crus: 4%]
63
What are the authorized grapes of the **Cote de Beaune** appellations?
White:
* [P or S] **Chardonnay**, **Pinot Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Pinot Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Pinot Noir**
In general, white varieties are considered primary in appellations authorized to make white wines; otherwise they are considered secondary.
64
Which **3** appellations are found around the famous hill of *Corton* in the **Cote de Beaune**?
* **Ladoix AOC**
* **Aloxe-Corton AOC**
* **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC**
65
Name the **3** *Grands Crus* vineyards located on the hill of *Corton*.
* **Corton**: mostly red wine, with a small amount of white.
* **Corton-Charlemagne**: white wine
* **Charlemagne**: white wine
66
What styles of wine are produced in **Ladoix AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
67
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Ladoix AOC**?
* **2** *Grands Crus*
* **11** *Premiers Crus*
Both *Grands Crus* are shared with **Aloxe-Corton** & **Pernand-Vergelesses** which are:
* **Corton**
* **Corton-Charlemagne**
68
How are the wines from the village of *Ladoix-Serrigny* labeled?
* **Ladoix AOC**
* **Cote de Beaune-Villages AOC** (most wine is released under this)
* **Corton *Grand Cru***: a quarter of this village's vineyard area lies within this area
* **Corton-Charlemagne *Grand Cru***: a small portion of vineyards lie here
69
What styles of wine are produced in **Aloxe-Corton AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
70
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Aloxe-Corton AOC**?
* **3** *Grands Crus*
* **Corton**: shared with Ladoix-Serrigny & Pernand-Vergelesses
* **Corton-Charlemagne**: shared with Ladoix-Serrigny & Pernand-Vergelesses
* **Charlemagne**: shared with Pernand-Vergelesses
* **14** *Premiers Crus*
71
What percentage of the **Aloxe-Corton** commune belongs to the *Grand Cru* appellations of **Corton** & **Corton-Charlemagne**?
73%
72
How does village-level wine from **Aloxe-Corton AOC** compare to that from **Ladoix** or **Pernand-Vergeless**?
It is more widely known and more expressive.
73
What styles of wine are produced in **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
74
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC**?
* **3** *Grands Crus*
* **Corton**: shared with Ladoix-Serrigny & Aloxe-Corton
* **Corton-Charlemagne**: shared with Ladoix-Serrigny & Aloxe-Corton
* **Charlemagne**: shared with Aloxe-Corton
* **8** *Premiers Crus*
75
Where are the vineyards of **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC** located?
A significant portion lie on the southwestern slope of the *Corton* hill.
76
What is a valuable thing to know about the wines of **Pernand-Vergelesses AOC**?
At the village level, both reds & whites are often overlooked and offer excellent value.
77
What is the wine capital of **Bourgogne**?
***Beaune***
78
Name the **4** appellations situated around the town of *Beaune*.
* **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC**
* **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC**
* **Beaune AOC**
* **Cote de Beaune AOC**
79
What is the meaning of the word "*les*" in the **AOC**s **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC** and **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC**?
It is derived from the Latin word "*latus*," meaning "at the side."
These appellations are located beside *Beaune*.
80
What styles of wine are produced in **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
81
How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **0** *Premiers Crus*
82
Where are the vineyards of **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC** located and on what soil?
This appellation lies mostly on the flat plains just north of the town of *Beaune*.
Its potential was boosted by a top-dressing of *alluvial limestone* scree deposited by the *Rhoin River* in ancient times.
83
More than half of **Chorey-les-Beaune**'s production is bottled under which **AOC**?
**Cote de Beaune-Villages**
84
Why is it that the wines of **Chorey-les-Beaune AOC** are quite popular?
* affordability
* easy-drinking style
85
What styles of wine are produced in **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Most wine production is red.
86
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **22** *Premiers Crus*
87
How is it that the vineyards of **Savigny-les-Beaune AOC** produce **2** different styles of wine?
The vineyards are bisected by the *Rhoin River* (flows east to west) and the different styles are influenced by aspect.
* Red wines from south-facing slopes on *Mont Battois* are structured & generous
* Wines from north-facing slopes on the *Bois de Noel* are finer & more elegant: most vineyards, including 12 *Premiers Crus*, are located here
88
Which appellation is the largest commercial center in **Bourgogne**?
**Beaune AOC**
89
What styles of wine are produced in **Beaune AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Wine production is mostly red.
90
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Beaune AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **42** *Premiers Crus*
Nearly 75% of wine produced is *Premier Cru* level.
91
**Beaune AOC** is home to many negociants. Name a few.
* Jadot
* Latour
* Drouhin
* Bouchard
Their cellars all lie under the city streets.
92
Where are the vineyards of **Beaune AOC** located?
Most, including all 42 *Premiers Crus*, are found on a large, contiguous, southeast-facing slope just to the west of the town of *Beaune*.
93
What styles of wine are produced in **Cote de Beaune AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Its small production is evenly split between the two.
94
Where is the **Cote de Beaune AOC** located?
In the higher-altitude vineyards around *Beaune*.
Note: do not confuse this **AOC** with **Cote de Beaune-Villages**.
95
Which **2** appellations produce the most famous red wines of the **Cote de Beaune**?
* **Pommard AOC**
* **Volnay AOC**
Note: these wines are produced in different styles.
96
What style of wine is produced in **Pommard AOC**?
Red
97
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Pommard AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **28** *Premiers Crus*
98
What makes **Pommard AOC**'s *terroir* unique?
There is a high concentration of *clay* and active *limestone* (high lime content).
In combination, the two improve soil structure and drainage and give the vine more access to nutrients.
This is unique within the **Cote de Beaune** but similar to the soil dynamics of the **Cote de Nuits** and translates into powerful, robust bottlings.
99
What styles of wine are produced in **Volnay AOC**?
Red
100
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Volnay AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **29** *Premiers Crus*
60% of the total area under production is ranked *Premier Cru*.
101
How are red wines from **Volnay AOC** characterized?
By a soft, supple mouthfeel; characteristics touted since antiquity.
102
Which was the most famous and sought-after wine from **Bourgogne** in the 1300s?
**Volnay**
This was thanks to the commercial network of the Knights of Malta, a military-religious order.
This reputation was built when its vineyards were planted to **Pinot Gris**.
103
Name **4** oft-overlooked appellations of the **Cote de Beaune** that offer quality wine at affordable prices.
1. **Monthelie AOC**
2. **Saint-Romain AOC**
3. **Auxey-Duresses AOC**
4. **Saint-Aubin AOC**
104
What styles of wine are produced in **Monthelie AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Production is primarily red.
105
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Monthelie AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **15** *Premiers Crus*
106
Which villages are located near **Monthelie AOC**?
This small village appellation is nearly surrounded by:
* **Volnay**
* **Meursault**
* **Saint-Romain**
It occupies prime real-estate but has historically been overlooked due to the fact that it was largely planted to Gamay during the 19th century.
107
Which is the smallest wine-producing village of the **Cote de Beaune**?
**Saint-Romain AOC**
108
What styles of wine are produced in **Saint-Romain AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Two-thirds of the wines produced are white.
109
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Saint-Romain AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **0** *Premiers Crus*
110
Where are the vineyards located in **Saint-Romain AOC**?
They are set back in a side valley away from the main Cote at high elevation with no open exposure to the east or south.
111
How are the white wines of **Saint-Romain AOC** characterized?
* Piercing acidity
* Reminiscent of young **Chablis**
112
What styles of wine are produced in **Auxey-Duresses AOC**?
* Dry White: similar to but lighter than **Meursault**
* Red
Production is two-thirds red.
113
How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in **Auxey-Duresses AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **9** *Premiers Crus*
114
What can **Auxey-Duresses AOC**'s lack of fame be attributed to?
Prior to the **AOC** system, most of these wines were bottled as:
* **Volnay**
* **Pommard** or
* **Meursault**
115
What styles of wine are produced in **Saint-Aubin AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Production is approx. 80% white.
116
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Cru*s are there in **Saint-Aubin AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **30** *Premiers Crus*
Approx. 75% of this **AOC**'s vineyards are ranked as Premiers Crus.
117
Where are the vineyards of **Saint-Aubin AOC** located?
On the back slope of the *Montrachet* hill, sharing some of the same soils.
118
How much has wine production in **Saint-Aubin AOC** increased over the past 40 years?
Over 600% and prices have climbed.
119
Name the **3** appellations located in the southeast of the **Cote de Beaune** that specialize in white wines and produce some of the most famous wines in the world.
1. **Meursault AOC**
2. **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**
3. **Chassagne-Montrachet AOC**
120
Which is the largest wine-producing village in the **Cote d'Or**?
**Meursault AOC**
With over 120 producers in residence.
121
Where is **Meursault AOC** located?
At the center of a broad coomb to the southeast of **Auxey-Duresses**.
122
What styles of wine are produced in **Meursault AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
The vast majority (96.5%) of total productioin is white.
123
How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Meursault AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **19** *Premiers Crus*
Over one-quarter (25%) of production is ranked *Premier Crus*.
124
Where does **Meursault AOC**'s strength and popularity lie?
Its strength lies in its high-quality village-level wine.
Its popularity lies in its palate-appealing nature. "If gold were a flavor, it would taste like **Meursault**." -Matt Kramer (wine writer)
125
Which appellation boasts more white wine *Grands Crus* than any other village in **Bourgogne**?
**Puligny-Montrachet AOC**
126
What styles of wine are produced in **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Production is mostly white wine.
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How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**?
* **4** *Grands Crus*:
* **Montrachet** (shared with **Chassagne-Montrachet**)
* **Batard-Montrachet** (shared with **Chassagne-Montrachet**)
* **Chevalier-Montrachet**
* **Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet**
* **17** *Premiers Crus*
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What is **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**'s claim to fame?
* it possesses the majority of the *Montrachet* hill
* the most white wine *Grands Crus* in **Bourgogne**
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Why are there so few cellars in **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**?
The water table is too high to dig them.
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How much **Pinot Noir** is planted in **Puligny-Montrachet AOC**?
Less than 2.5ac/1ha is in the ground.
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What styles of wine are produced in **Chassagne-Montrachet AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Production is two-thirds white, one-third red.
Red wines have always been important here and have been compared to those of Nuits-Saint-Georges, but the whites have earned the most acclaim. This lead to an expansion of Chardonnay plantings in the 20th century.
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How many Grands/Premiers Crus are there in **Chassagne-Montrachet AOC**?
* **3** *Grands Crus*
* **Montrachet** (shared with **Puligny-Montrachet**)
* **Batard-Montrachet** (shared with **Puligny-Montrachet**)
* **Criots-Batard-Montrachet**
* **55** **Premiers Crus
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What style of wine is produced in **Blagny AOC**?
Red
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Where is **Blagny** located?
This commune straddles both **Meursault** and **Puligny-Montrachet**.
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How are the wines of **Blagny AOC** marketed?
* Red wines: labeled **Blagny**
* Whites: labeled **Meursault-Blagny**, **Meursult** or **Puligny-Montrachet** (depending on where the grapes are grown)
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Which village AOC is in an area known for its thermal springs?
**Santenay AOC**
These have been enjoyed since Roman times.
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Where is **Santenay AOC** located?
This appellation lies on the banks of the *Dheune River* and the *Canal du Centre* (which connects the *Saone River* to the *Loire River*).
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What styles of wine are produced in **Santenay AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
Predominantly red due to fertile soils.
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How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Santenay AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **12** *Premiers Crus*
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Which vine training system is used in the fertile soils of **Santenay AOC**
**Cordon pruning** allows *vinerons* to curtail the yields.
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What is the southernmost appellation in the **Cote de Beaune**?
**Maranges AOC**
Note: this **AOC** consists of **3** villages.
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What styles of wine are produced in **Maranges AOC**?
* Dry White
* Red
This appellation is almost entirely red.
Whites do not allow **Pinot Blanc**.
Red & whites are soft & supple, and both offer fine value.
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How many *Grands*/*Premiers Crus* are there in **Maranges AOC**?
* **0** *Grands Crus*
* **7** *Premiers Crus*
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What style of wine is produced under **Cote de Beaune-Village AOC**?
Exclusively red.
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All village appellations have the option of labeling their wines as **Cote de Beaune-Village AOC** with what exceptions?
* **Beaune**
* **Aloxe-Corton**
* **Pommard**
* **Volnay**
