Lfg. Test Questions, Loire Flashcards
1
Q
When is Muscadet sur Lie bottled?
a) right after fermentation
b) in the spring following the vintage
c) after 2 years ageing in oak barrels
A
b) in the spring following the vintage
2
Q
What climate do the Central Vineyards in Loire Valley have?
a) warm mediterranean
b) cool continental
c) cool maritime
A
b) cool continental
3
Q
What is another name for the Melon Blanc grape?
a) Muscadet
b) Muscat
c) Aligoté
A
a) Muscadet
4
Q
Which of the following areas in the Loire is prone to botrytis?
a) Chinon
b) Bonnezeaux
c) Menetou-Salon
A
b) Bonnezeaux
5
Q
What grape is used for the red wines of Sancerre?
a) Cabernet Franc
b) Pinot Noir
c) Grolleau
A
b) Pinot Noir
6
Q
Are there red wines produced in Pouilly Fume?
A
No
