FR_CHAMPAGNE

Question 1

Champagne Varieties
3 major
4 minor

Answer 1

MAJOR: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier

MINOR: Pinot Blanc (called Vrai in Champagne), Pinot Gris, Arbane
(arban), Petite Meslier (meal-yay)

Question 2

Define Prestige Cuveè
+4 Facts

Answer 2

• The Champagne maker’s flagship wine (the best of the best)
• Vineyards: Grapes only from best vineyards, historically Grand Crus
• Grapes: Pinot Meunièr is rarely included in the blend
• Blending: Only the best wines from the best vineyards that are available
• Aging: No requirements, but common practice is 4-10 years sur lie

Question 3

3/10 most marketed Champagne houses and their Vin de Cuvée

Answer 3

• Moët & Chandon: Dom Perignon
• Louis Roederer (roe-duh-rah): Cristal
• Veuve Clicquot: Yellow Label: Widow Cliquot Invented riddling
  Tattinger
  Krug
  Salon
  Bollinger
  Pol Roger
  Perrier-Jouet