France

Question 1

Name the three rivers next to Bordeaux

Answer 1

1. Gironde Estuary
2. Dordogne
3. Garonne

Question 2

What Ocean is Bordeaux next to?

Answer 2

The Atlantic Ocean

Question 3

Name the Three Major White Grape Varieties of Bordeaux

Answer 3

1. Sauvignon Blanc
2. Muscadelle
3. Sémillon

Question 4

Name the Six Allowed Red Grape Varieties of Bordeaux

Answer 4

1. Cabernet Franc
2. Cabernet Sauvignon
3. Malbec
4. Petit Verdot
5. Merlot
6. Carmenère

Question 5

By what stream is Bordeaux warmed by?

Answer 5

The Gulf Stream

Question 6

What type of climate does Bordeaux have?

Answer 6

Moderate Maritime Climate

Question 7

In general, Châteauneuf-du-Pape has you can find a high blend of which varietal grape?

Answer 7

Grenache

Question 8

What do GSM and GSMC stand for?

Answer 8

Grenache, Syrah Mourvèdre, Cariginan

Question 9

What type of Climate does Châhteauneuf-du-Pape have?

Answer 9

Hot Mediterranean Climate

Question 10

What are the two primary varietal of Loire

Answer 10

Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc

Question 11

What does the term “Sur Lie” mean?

Answer 11

When wine is fermented off dead yeast cells - extra flavor, fruitiness, and depth

Question 12

What are the primary three varietals of Champagne

Answer 12

Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay

Question 13

What are the primary five white varietals used in Alsace

Answer 13

Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Muscat, Pinot Gris, Gewurztramminer

Question 14

What is the primary red grape varietal in Jura

Answer 14

Pinot Noir

Question 15

In Savoie, Do they produce more white or red wines?

Answer 15

White Wine

Question 16

What are the two primary grape varietals in Burgundy [One Red and One White]

Answer 16

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Question 17

What is Beaujolais and Beaujolais Nouveau made from?

Answer 17

Gamay