Study Guide - Bordeaux - Intermediate Flashcards
1
Q
Saint-Émilion was most recently reclassified in _____ for the 6th time.
A
2012(Your Answer)
2
Q
Which grape is typically the last to ripen in Bordeaux?
A
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Petit Verdot (Your Answer)(Correct)
3
Q
What is the minimum alcohol for Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP?
A
- 11%
- 11.5%***
- 12%
- 12.5% (Your Answer)(Incorrect)
4
Q
Where can crasse de fer soil be found?
A
- Graves
- Pomerol (Your Answer)(Correct)
- Bourg
- Saint-Estèphe
- Saint-Émilion
5
Q
What is Pressac?
A
- a commune in Côtes de Bordeaux
- a subappellation of the Médoc
- a synonym for Malbec in the Right Bank (Your Answer)(Correct)
- a village in Margaux
- a blending grape in Sauternes
6
Q
What is Bouchet?
A
- a commune in Côtes de Bordeaux
- a subappellation of the Médoc
- a synonym for Cabernet Franc on the Right Bank (Your Answer)(Correct)
- a village in Margaux
- a blending grape in Sauternes