Wine 4 Flashcards
What is the primary grape variety used in Château Pontet-Canet?
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Château Pontet-Canet is known for its high-quality blends, with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon.
Which family currently owns Château Pontet-Canet?
Tesseron Family
The Tesseron Family also owns Lafon-Rochet.
In what year was Château Pontet-Canet purchased by Lafite?
1962
The estate had seen 25 years of decline before its purchase by Lafite.
What type of soil is typical of Château Pontet-Canet’s vineyard?
Poor gravelly soil
This soil type is characteristic of the greatest vineyards in the Pauillac appellation.
What notable reviews did Château Pontet-Canet receive in 2009 and 2010?
Back-to-back 100pt reviews from Robert Parker
No other Médoc estate below 2nd growth status has received a 100pt review from Parker.
What is the grape composition of Château Grand Puy Lacoste?
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
This composition reflects the estate’s focus on traditional Bordeaux varietals.
Who oversees the Bordeaux properties owned by AXA Millésimes?
Christian Seely
AXA Millésimes has made significant investments in Bordeaux properties.
Fill in the blank: Château Duhart-Milon is classified as a _______ growth.
4th
This classification is part of the Bordeaux growth system.
What is the average age of the vines at Château Pontet-Canet?
30 years
The vineyard’s age contributes to the complexity of the wines produced.
What is the flagship wine of Borie-Manoux?
Not specified in the text
Borie-Manoux is also associated with other notable estates like Beau-Site and Trotte Vieille.
Which grape variety comprises 60% of the blend in a certain Bordeaux estate mentioned?
Cabernet Sauvignon
This is a common dominant grape in many Bordeaux blends.
True or False: Château Moulin de Duhart is a 5th growth estate.
True
This classification places it among the lower tier of Bordeaux estates.
