Wines 2 Flashcards
What is the classification of Chateau Lafon-Rochet?
4th Growth
Owned by the Tesseron Family, who also own Pontet Canet.
What grape composition is typically found in Lafon-Rochet?
Approximately 55% Cabernet and 40% Merlot with traces of Cabernet Franc.
Which estate is known as Ladouys until 1989?
La Devise de Lilian
The name was changed by the previous owner who appended his wife’s name.
What is the grape composition of La Devise de Lilian?
58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc.
What is the classification of Carruades de Lafite?
First Growth
What is the average age of vines used for the grand vin of Carruades de Lafite?
45 years
The ‘La Graviere’ plot dates back to 1886.
What is the grape composition typically found in Carruades de Lafite?
70% Cabernet, 25% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
Which estate is located just to the north of Calon-Segur?
Cru Bourgeois Supérieur
It is noted for its high elevation overlooking the Gironde.
What is the grape composition of the estate owned by Cheval Quancard?
Approximately 50/50 blend of Cabernet and Merlot from 25-year-old vines.
What is the grape composition of a typical wine from the estate located near Clos Labory?
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc.
Which region is mentioned as being the northernmost in Bordeaux?
St Estèphe
Fill in the blank: Bordeaux TWP is known for its _______.
[wine production]
True or False: Mouton-Rothschild is classified as a First Growth.
True
What is the grape composition of the wine produced by the estate owned by Clos Labory?
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc.
What percentage of new French oak is used by the estate owned by Clos Labory?
50%
