Beaujolais Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
All the crus of Beaujolais are in which region?
A
The northern region where the topography is marked by the granite hillsides.
2
Q
What are the 10 crus of Beaujolais?
A
St-Amour, Juliénas, Moulin-a-Vent, Chénas, Fleurie, Chiroubles, Morgon, Régnié, Brouilly, Côte de Brouilly
3
Q
The process of _____ is when grapes are sealed in a tank and pumped with carbon dioxide. Whole berries undergo intracellular fermentation.
A
Carbonic Maceration
4
Q
Coteaux du Lyonnais AOP is an hour south of Beaujolais, which wines are made?
A
Red and rosé from Gamay; white wines from Chardonnay, Aligoté, and Pinot Blanc
