Montagne de Reims Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 9 Grand Crus?
A
Sillery Puisieulx Beaumont-sur-Vesle Verzenay Mailly Verzy (added in 1985) Louvois Bouzy Ambonnay
2
Q
Bouzy
A
Most revered in MDR
Known for PN
Perfect exposure to the SE
Helps red grape ripen fully and develop rich, complex flavors
3
Q
Ambonnay
A
One of best sites for PN in MDR.
Chalky soils covered by thin layer of clay and limestone.
Idea for fruity and vinous qualities of PN destined for 2nd Ferm
130m, grapes are protected from spring frosts
4
Q
Premier Crus - North
A
Chigny-les-Roses Cormontreuil Ludes Montbré Rilly-la-Montagne Taissy Trois-Puits Villers-Allerand
5
Q
Premier Crus-east/southeast
A
Billy-Le-Grand
Trépail
Vaudemange
Villers-Marmery
Tauxières-Mutry (south)