Champagne

Question 1

What are the soils of Champagne

Answer 1

• Chalk
• Limestone
• Marl
• Kimmeridgian

Question 2

What are the characteristics of Champagne

Answer 2

• Northernmost of all French Regions
• Climate is both cold and harsh
• Continental climate
• Vines susceptible to spring frost

Question 3

What are the varietals of Champagne

Answer 3

• Pinot Noir
• Pinot Meunier
• Chardonnay

Question 4

What are the classification levels of Champagne

Answer 4

• Villages
• Premier Cru
• Grand Cru

Question 5

What are the most important Grand Crus of Champagne

Answer 5

• Ambonnay
• Avze
• Bouzy
• Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger
• Verzenay

Question 6

What are the sub-regions of Champagne

Answer 6

• Cote de Blanc

- Montagne de Reims

Question 7

What is the rating scale for the Cru Classification

Answer 7

80-89 Villages
90-99 Premier Cru
100 Grand Cru

Question 8

What are the sugar levels for labeling of Champagne

Answer 8

• Pas Dose/ Dosage Zero: No sugar
• Extra Brut: 0-6 gr/l
• Brut: Less than 15 gr/l (dry, no sweet)
• Extra Dry: 12-20 gr/l (hint of sweet)
• Sec: 17-35 gr/l (medium sweet)
• Demi-Sec: 33-55 gr/l (sweet)
• Doux: More than 55 gr/l (sweetest)