Chapter 13 - Bordeaux Flashcards

1
Q

What is the largest appellation region in France?

A

Bordeaux

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2
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What is the climate in Bordeaux?

A

Bordeaux has a moderate maritime climate that benefits from the effect of the Gulf Stream.

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3
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Bordeaux wines are rarely made by blending different varietals, True or False?

A

False. Almost all red and most white wines produced in Bordeaux are from a blend of grape varieties.

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4
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How many grape varieties are permitted under the Bordeaux appellation regulations?

A

Thirteen

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5
Q

What are predominant Black varieties grown in Bordeaux?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot.

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6
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What are the predominant White varieties grown in Bordeaux?

A

Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle

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7
Q

What areas of Bordeaux are dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon?

A

Haut-Medoc, Bas-Medoc and Graves

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8
Q

Where is Cabernet Franc widely used within Bordeaux?

A

Saint Emilion and to a lesser extend in the Medoc and Graves

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9
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What is the most widely planted variety in Bordeaux?

A

Merlot

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10
Q

Where within Bordeaux is Merlot particularly important?

A

Satin Emilion and Pomerol.

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11
Q

What is the most important variety for sweet wines in Bordeaux?

A

Semillon

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12
Q

A Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois is awarded to the Chateau itself, True or False?

A

False. It is awarded to wines in a specific vintage, and therefore wines from new vintages must be submitted each year to gain classification.

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13
Q

What is Bordeaux wine know as “Clairet”?

A

A rose that is mainly popular on the French market. It undergoes a longer maceration than a typical rose and is deeper in color and fuller in body.

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14
Q

What are the four “communes” within the Haut-Medoc with the highest reputations?

A

Saint Estephe, Pauillac, Saint Julien, Margaux

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15
Q

What is the main variety used in the wines of Haut-Medoc?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon

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16
Q

What are the two major appellations of the Right Bank of Bordeaux, and which variety dominates?

A

Saint Emilion and Pomerol, which are dominated by Merlot

17
Q

Which appellations make up Cotes de Bordeaux?

A

Blaye, Cadillac, Castillon and Francs

18
Q

What appellations are permitted to produce dry white wine?

A

Entre-Deux-Mers, Graves and Pessac-Leognan

19
Q

Where are the best sweet white wines of Bordeaux made?

A

Sauternes and Barsac

20
Q

Which variety dominates in the sweet white wines of Bordeaux?

A

Semillon dominates because of its thin skin and susceptibility to botrytis. Sauvignon Blanc adds acidity and fruity aromas.