France, Bordeaux

Question 1

In ______ the “Institut National des appellation d’origine” (INAO) was created to delimit and enforce France’s wine appelation system

Answer 1

1935

Question 2

What exactly the “INAO” system stipulate?

Answer 2

1.Limits on yields
2.Vineyard density
3.traning & pruning techniques
4.Grape varieties
5.Method of production
6.Min alcohol levels
7.Min must weight
8.Geographical boundaries

Question 3

List the current wine classifications?

Answer 3

• Appellation d’Origine Controlee/Protegee (AOC/AOP)

*Vin de Pays / Indication Geographique Protege (IGP)

• Vin de France (formerly table wine).

Question 4

Which 2 natura features moderates the climate of Bordeaux region?

Answer 4

The Atlantic & Gironde estuary. protecting the vines from winter freezes and spring frost.

Question 5

In Bordeaux the producer using Bordeaux mixture of__________________ to avoid fungal problems

Answer 5

Mix of:
lime
cooper sulfates
water

Question 6

What does “Clairet wine” refers to?

Answer 6

a darker, more aromatic style of rose.

Question 7

List the 6 grapes allowed for Bordeaux red wines?

Answer 7

Cab Sauvignon
Merlot
Cab Franc
Petit Verdot
Malbec
Carmenere

Question 8

________ is the earliest grape to ripen, prefers clay-based soils, and the most planted grape in Bordeaux.

Answer 8

Merlot

Question 9

____________ performs admirably in well-drained gravel soils, which allows the vine’s root system to dig deeply, while slight water stress adds concentration to the fruit.

Answer 9

Cab Sauvignon

Question 10

____________ excels in limestone-based soils, which promote acidity and freshness in the wines.

Answer 10

Cab Franc