Gamay

Question 1

Where does the Gamay grape come from

Answer 1

Beaujolais

Question 2

What are the typical characteristics of Gamay
Acidity
Tannin
Fruit Flavours
Oak Flavours
Body

Answer 2

Acidity: High
Tannin: Low to medium
Flavours: Red Fruit, Raspberry, Red Cherry, Red Plum
No Oak, inert vessels
Light Body

Question 3

What is the climate like in Beaujolais

Answer 3

Moderate

Question 4

What are some distinct flavours of a Beaujolais Gamay

Answer 4

Banana and candy

Question 5

What winemaking techniques have been used to create the distinct flavours of a Beaujolais Gamay

Answer 5

Maximum colour extraction and minimum tannin extraction

Question 6

There are 10 villages in the Beaujolais Villages area that have been awarded their own appellations. Name the best known one

Answer 6

Fleurie AOC

Question 7

Beaujolais should be lightly chilled when served. True or False

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Does Beaujolais age well in the bottle?

Answer 8

No

Question 9

Name the appellations hierarchy within the Beaujolais region

Answer 9

Beaujolais AOC
Beaujolais Villages AOC
Beaujolais Crus

Question 10

Is Gamay good for ageing

Answer 10

Not typically