Burgundy & Beaujolais Flashcards
What is the climate of Burgundy?
Continental
What is the soil type found in Premier and Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis?
Kimmeridgian Clay
What are the two major grape varietals planted in Burgundy?
Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
What is the term used for sparkling wines produced in Burgundy using the traditional method?
Crémant de Bourgogne
How are the village appellation level wines requirements different than regional wines in Burgundy?
Lower Yield & Higher Alcohol
Which region of Burgundy is cooler: Beaune or Chablis?
Chablis
How many Grand Cru vineyards are in the Côte d’Or?
32
The Chablis Grand Cru Appellation contains how many climats?
7
How many Premier Cru vineyards are found in Chablis?
40
What are the sub-regions of the Côte d’Or region?
Côte de Nuits
Côte de Beaune
What region of Burgundy is known for the most value?
Mâconnais
Name the notable vintages for red wine in Burgundy.
2016 2015 2012 2010 2009 2005 2002 1999
What winemaking technique is popular in Beaujolais?
Carbonic Maceration
What soil type is commonly found in the top sites in Beaujolais?
Granite
How many Crus or Communes in Beaujolais produce serious or age-worthy wines?
10
What is the major red grape of Beaujolais?
Gamay
Which white Burgundy uses newly toasted oak barrels in its aging?
Mersault
What is the secondary white grape found in Burgundy and Beaujolais?
Aligoté
What is a Grand Cru vineyard found in Vosne-Romanee?
La Tache
Name a Grand Cru Chablis vineyard.
Blanchot Bourgos Les Clos Grenouilles Preuses Valmur Vaudésir
The sub-region of Pouilly-Fuissé is found in which region?
Mâconnais
Which region are Rully, Mercurey, and Givry found in?
Côte Chalonnaise
What region is the appellation of Gevrey-Chambertin in?
Côte d’Or
Which vineyards would typically be found mid-slope in Burgundy?
Grand Cru
