Chapter 16 - Beaujolais Flashcards
1
Q
What is the predominant production in Beaujolais?
A
Red wines made from Gamay
2
Q
What is the best soil type in Beaujolais?
A
The best wines are made from grapes grown in granite soils that have low levels of nutrients.
3
Q
What is the traditional method of pruning called in Beaujolais?
A
Gobelet.
4
Q
How are Beaujolais wines mainly produced?
A
By carbonic and semi-carbonic maceration.
5
Q
When is Beaujolais Nouveau released to consumers?
A
The third Thursday in November.
6
Q
What are the four Beaujolais crus villages with the greatest production?
A
1) Brouilly
2) Morgon
3) Fleurie
4) Moulin-a-Vent
