Champagne Flashcards
1
Q
What is the climate in Champagne?
A
Cool Cont
2
Q
What are the 3 weather hazards in Champagne?
A
Winter freeze
Spring Frosts
Rain
3
Q
What type of draining soil does champagne have?
A
Chalk
4
Q
What type of farming do they do in Champagne?
A
Sustainable
5
Q
How many PC & GC are there in Champange?
A
44 PC, 17 GC
6
Q
What sub region grows P Meunier?
A
Vallee de la Marne
7
Q
What 2 sub regions grows PN?
A
Montagne Reims
Cote de Bar
8
Q
What 2 sub regions grow CH?
A
Cote des blancs
Cote de Sezanne
9
Q
What is the name of the 1st press liquer used for champagne?
A
Cuvee
10
Q
How long are non vintage wines ages for?
A
15 months/ 12 lees
11
Q
How long are vintage wines aged for?
A
36months
12
Q
Which late budding grape brings fruity flavours for young champagne?
A
Pinot Meunier
