C13 - Bordeaux Flashcards
Which appellation covers most of the area between the Dordogne and the Garonne?
- Entre-Deux-Mers
How many appellations are there in Bordeaux?
More than fifty
How are the best wines classified in Saint-Émilion?
- Within a separate appellation, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. - There is a separate classification within this appellation of the best Châteaux
What are the generic appellations of Bordeaux?
Bordeaux or Bordeaux Supérieur
What differentiates Bordeaux Supérieur?
- Slightly stricter appellation rules
- A higher required minimum level of alcohol
What are the smaller appellations within the Haut-Médoc also called?
Communes
Which one is the larger of the two appellations in Bordeaux’s right bank?
Saint-Émilion
What is the collective name for the lesser-known appellations of Bordeaux?
Côtes de Bordeaux
Which appellations can append their names to the beginning of Côtes de Bordeaux?
- Blaye
- Cadillac
- Castillon
- Francs
Which Bordeaux appellation can only produce white wines?
Entre-Deux-Mers
What wines may Graves and Pessac-Léognan produce?
Red and white
Can whites be made in Médoc and Sauternes?
Yes, but with a generic Bordeaux appellation
Which appellation the Barsac producers can choose to use?
Either Barsac or Sauternes
Where else can sweet wine be made in Bordeaux?
Near to Sauternes (made in a similar style)
Which sub-region in Bordeaux is the only one integrated it’s classification system into the appellation system?
Saint-Emilion
In Graves/Pessac-Leognan, all the crus classe chateaux now lie within the limits of the _______ sub region.
Pessac-Leognan
What is the relationship between Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux and Cotes de Bordeaux?
No. they are unconnected.
What term is used for Chateaux in the 1855 classification?
Cru classés
How are Cru classé wines ranked in Graves/Pessac-Léognan?
There’re no ranking of Cru classe.
Saint-Émilion’s cru ranking, from top to bottom:
Premier Grand Cru Classé A
Premier Grand Cru Classé B
Grand Cru Classé
How often are Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé reconsidered?
At least once every ten years
Where may some white wines be eligible for Cru Classé status in Bordeaux?
Pessac-Léognan
