Wine 8 Flashcards

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What is the primary grape variety composition of Chevalier de Lascombes?

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50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot

Chevalier de Lascombes is a 2nd Growth wine located in Margaux.

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Which wine is noted as a favorite of Thomas Jefferson?

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Lascombes

Lascombes is renowned for its blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, and 6% Cabernet Franc.

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What significant change happened to Chevalier de Lascombes in 2000?

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Changed hands with new owners bringing in top consultants

Consultants included Alain Raynaud and Michel Rolland.

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What is the grape composition of Palmer?

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47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot

Palmer is classified as a 3rd Growth but is often considered a ‘super Second’.

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What is the significance of the Cantenac plateau for Baron de Brane?

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It features gravel outcroppings as part of the château’s exceptional terroir

Baron de Brane is a 2nd Growth wine.

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Which wine has seen marked improvements in quality since the late 90s?

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D’Issan

D’Issan is a 3rd Growth wine with a composition of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot.

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Fill in the blank: Boyd Cantenac is located at the ______ end of the Cantenac plateau.

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southern

Boyd Cantenac is a 3rd Growth wine owned by the Guillemet family since 1932.

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What is the grape composition of Giscours?

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60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot

Giscours is a 3rd Growth wine that has improved since 2000.

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True or False: Kirwan is classified as a 2nd Growth wine.

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False

Kirwan is classified as a 3rd Growth wine.

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What is the primary grape variety composition of Blason d’Issan?

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70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot

Blason d’Issan is a 3rd Growth wine that has improved in quality over the years.

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Who owned the Palmer estate in 1814?

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British Major General Palmer

Despite being a 3rd Growth, Palmer is often regarded as a ‘super Second’.

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What is the grape composition of Charmes de Kirwan?

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45% Cabernet, 30% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot

Charmes de Kirwan is a 3rd Growth wine situated on the Cantenac Plateau.

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