Wine 10 Flashcards
What is the classification of Malescot Saint-Exupery?
3rd Growth
Malescot Saint-Exupery is classified as a 3rd Growth in the Bordeaux classification.
What is the grape composition of Malescot Saint-Exupery?
- 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 35% Merlot
- 10% Cabernet Franc
- 5% Petit Verdot
The grape composition indicates a strong presence of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Who purchased Malescot Saint-Exupery from Château Palmer?
Lucien Lurton
Lucien Lurton purchased Malescot Saint-Exupery in 1980.
Who has been running Malescot Saint-Exupery since 1992?
Denis Lurton
Denis Lurton has managed Malescot Saint-Exupery since 1992.
What is the classification of Château Desmirail?
3rd Growth
Château Desmirail is classified as a 3rd Growth.
Sometimes known simply as _______.
[Marquis D’Alesme]
Château Marquis D’Alesme is sometimes referred to simply as Marquis D’Alesme.
What is the grape composition of Château Marquis D’Alesme?
- 63% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 30% Merlot
- 5% Petit Verdot
- 2% Cabernet Franc
This composition highlights the emphasis on Cabernet Sauvignon.
Who was the owner of Prieure-Lichine until 1989?
Alexis Lichine
Alexis Lichine owned Prieure-Lichine from 1951 until his passing in 1989.
Who serves as a consulting winemaker for Prieure-Lichine?
Stéphane Derenoncourt
Stéphane Derenoncourt is the consulting winemaker for Prieure-Lichine.
What is the grape composition of Prieure-Lichine?
- 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 45% Merlot
- 5% Petit Verdot
The composition indicates a balanced blend with a dominant Cabernet Sauvignon.
What is the classification of Château Dauzac?
5th Growth
Château Dauzac is classified as a 5th Growth.
What is the grape composition of Château Dauzac?
- 43% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 33% Merlot
- 19% Cabernet Franc
- 5% Petit Verdot
The composition shows a diverse mix of grape varieties.
Who has managed Château Dauzac since 1992?
Marie-Laure Lurton
Marie-Laure Lurton has been managing Château Dauzac since 1992.
What classification was assigned to Château Dauzac in 2003?
Cru Bourgeois
Château Dauzac was rated Cru Bourgeois in 2003.
What is the classification of Château Tour de Bessan?
Cru Bourgeois
Château Tour de Bessan is classified as Cru Bourgeois.
