2.5 Burgundy-Beaujolais Flashcards
1
Q
What is the primary grape used in Beaujolais?
A
Gamay
2
Q
What percent of Beaujolais plantings are Gamay?
A
95
3
Q
What is the appellation ranking of Beaujolais?
A
Beaujolais
- Beaujolais AOP
- Beaujolais-Villages AOP
Beaujolais cru
4
Q
What are the primary differences between Beaujolais AOP and Beaujolais-Villages AOP wines?
A
Beaujolais-Villages AOP wines require slightly higher potential alcohol levels and slightly lower maximum yields
5
Q
What does supérieur mean in Beaujolais?
A
A red wine with a minimum potential alcohol of at least 10.5% (rather than the standard 10%)
6
Q
What are the crus of Beaujolais?
A
Saint-Amour
Juliénas
Chénas
Moulin-à-Vent
Fleurie
Chiroubles
Morgon
Régnié
Brouilly
Côte de Brouilly
7
Q
What is the smallest Beaujolais cru?
A
Chénas
8
Q
What is the largest Beaujolais cru?
A
Brouilly
