Bordeaux Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
Q

The Dutchman who made the most significant impact in Bordeaux was

A

Jan Adriaanszoon Leeghwater
-architect
-hydraulic engineer
-draining Beemster lake

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2
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fouettage

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the addition and stirring or whipping egg whites as a fining agent in the wine.

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3
Q

What classification was created for Chateau d’Yquem

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Premier Cru Superieure

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4
Q

How many crus are recognized in Bordeaux today?

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61 crus

60 in Medoc and 1 in Pessac-Leognan/Graves

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5
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What are the five separate categories of the Bordeaux Crus

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