Grand Crus Flashcards
What is the primary grape variety used in the Grand Crus of Chablis?
Chardonnay
True or False: Chablis Grand Cru wines are known for their rich, full-bodied characteristics.
False
Fill in the blank: The Grand Cru vineyards of Chablis are located on the slopes of __________.
Kimmeridgian clay
How many designated Grand Cru vineyards are there in Chablis?
Seven
Which Grand Cru vineyard is the largest in Chablis?
Les Clos
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis? A) Vaudésir B) Les Preuses C) Chablis Village
C) Chablis Village
What classification is given to the highest quality wines produced in Chablis?
Grand Cru
True or False: The Grand Crus of Chablis are known for their ability to age well.
True
Short Answer: Name one characteristic that distinguishes Grand Cru Chablis wines from other Chablis classifications.
Minerality
What is the primary soil type found in the Grand Cru vineyards of Chablis?
Kimmeridgian limestone
List the 7 Official Grand Cru Climat of Chablis
From N to S
Blanchot
Les Clos
Valmur
Grenouilles
Vaudesir
Preuses
Bougros
There is 1 Grand Cru Climat that is not official but it is recognised what is it’s name
La Moutonne
What two official Grand Cru Sites does the unofficial GC site lie within
Vaudesir & Preuses
Who owns the unofficial Grand Cru Climat
Domaine Long Depaquit
Who owns the unofficial Grand Cru Climat
Domaine Long Depaquit
Which village does the Grand Cru Chambertin belong to?
Gevrey-Chambertin
Which village is associated with the Grand Cru Clos de Vougeot?
Vougeot
True or False: The Grand Cru Montrachet is located in Chassagne-Montrachet.
True
Fill in the blank: The Grand Cru Echezeaux is found in the village of _____ .
Flagey-Echezeaux
Which Grand Cru is known for its white wine and located in Puligny-Montrachet?
Le Montrachet