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What percentage of Bordeaux wine is red?

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85%

The remaining percentages are 9% dry white, 5% rosé, and less than 1% sweet white.

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What classification system was created in 1855 for Bordeaux?

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Bordeaux Classification system

It categorized estates into five bands based on price.

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What is the total area of vineyards in Bordeaux?

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108,000 hectares

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What are the main grape varieties grown in Bordeaux?

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  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Malbec
  • Petit Verdot
  • Sémillon
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Muscadelle
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What is the climate of Bordeaux?

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Moderate maritime climate

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What is the average rainfall in Bordeaux per year?

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950mm

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True or False: The Left Bank of Bordeaux is protected from Atlantic storms.

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True

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What soil types are predominant in the Left Bank of Bordeaux?

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  • Gravel (mixed with clay and sand)
  • Stony soils
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Fill in the blank: The dominant grape variety on the Right Bank is _______.

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Merlot

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What is the impact of frost on Bordeaux vineyards?

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Can decimate entire crops

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What are the characteristics of Merlot?

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  • Early budding
  • Mid ripening
  • Susceptible to coulure, drought, and botrytis
  • Medium to pronounced intensity fruit
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What is the typical training system used for vines in Bordeaux?

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Replacement cane pruning

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What is the maximum yield for Bordeaux AOC red wines?

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60 hl/ha

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What is the maximum yield for Bordeaux Supérieur AOC red wines?

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59 hl/ha

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What is unique about the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC?

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Lower yield (46 hl/ha) and longer maturation (20 months)

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What are the grape varieties that contribute to the wines from Saint-Émilion?

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  • Merlot (60%)
  • Cabernet Franc
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What is the main characteristic of Cabernet Sauvignon?

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  • Late budding
  • Small thick-skinned berries with high tannin
  • Prone to fungal diseases
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What is the significance of the Gironde estuary in Bordeaux?

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Moderating influence on climate

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What is the typical maturation duration for high-quality Bordeaux red wines?

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18-24 months in French oak barriques

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What is the role of botrytis in sweet Bordeaux wines?

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Contributes to noble rot and high sugar levels

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True or False: Cabernet Franc has high acidity and medium tannins.

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True

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What factors can cause vintage variation in Bordeaux wines?

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  • Rain at flowering
  • Rain during growing season
  • Rain at harvest
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What is the maximum yield for Graves Supérieures AOC?

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40 hl/ha

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Fill in the blank: The primary grape variety for sweet white Bordeaux is _______.

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What do the terms 'press wine' and 'free run wine' refer to in winemaking?
Different types of wine extracted during pressing
26
What is the typical harvest method for high-quality Bordeaux wines?
Hand harvested
27
What is the significance of the Pomerol appellation?
Has 800 hectares and is known for prestigious wines
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What is the typical vineyard density in Bordeaux?
10,000 vines per hectare
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What are 'Cru classés'?
Classified growths in Bordeaux, typically of higher quality
30
What is the impact of leaf removal in vineyard management?
Helps with disease control and improves grape quality
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What is the max yield for Entre-Deux-Mers AOC?
65 hl/ha
32
What type of wines are produced in the Médoc AOC?
Red wine only
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Fill in the blank: The main characteristic of Petit Verdot is that it buds early and ripens _______.
later than Cabernet Sauvignon
34
What is the grape composition of the red wine mentioned?
Merlot 60%, Cab Franc ## Footnote This composition is specific to the AOC wines discussed.
35
What is the yield for AOC and Grand Cru?
AOC = 53 hl/ha, Grand Cru = 46 hl/ha ## Footnote These yields are part of the classification for wine production in the region.
36
What is the maturation period for AOC and Grand Cru?
AOC maturation = 6 months, Grand Cru = 20 months ## Footnote This indicates the aging process required for these classifications.
37
What are the typical flavor notes found in the red wine?
Pronounced red and black plum fruit, vanilla, clove, new oak ## Footnote These flavors are characteristic of the wines produced in the region.
38
What are the body, alcohol, acidity, and tannin levels in the wine?
Full body, high alcohol, medium+ to high acidity, medium+ to high tannins ## Footnote These attributes contribute to the wine's structure and aging potential.
39
What are the Saint-Émilion satellites?
Montagne Saint-Émilion AOC, Lussac Saint-Émilion AOC ## Footnote These AOCs are located near Saint-Émilion but are distinct in their characteristics.
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What is the dominant grape variety in Pomerol AOC?
Merlot dominant (80%) ## Footnote This indicates the primary grape used in wines from this appellation.
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What is the maximum yield for Pomerol AOC?
Max yield is 49 hl/ha ## Footnote This yield limit is part of the AOC regulations.
42
Does Pomerol AOC have a classification system?
No classification system ## Footnote Unlike other regions, Pomerol does not have a formal classification for its wines.
43
What are the characteristics of wines from Lalande-de-Pomerol AOC?
Smaller satellite, allows slightly higher yields than Pomerol AOC ## Footnote This AOC has different yield regulations compared to Pomerol.
44
What are the sweet wine appellations mentioned?
Sauternes AOC, Barsac AOC ## Footnote These appellations are known for their production of sweet wines.
45
What grape varieties are used in making Sauternes wine?
Semillon (80% plantings), Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle ## Footnote These varieties are key to the flavor profile of Sauternes wines.
46
What environmental condition promotes the production of Sauternes?
Cold Ciron River meets warm Garonne River promotes misty mornings ## Footnote This climatic condition is crucial for developing botrytis in grapes.
47
What are the maximum yields for Sauternes AOC?
Max yield 25 hl/ha - but often lower ## Footnote This yield limit is part of the AOC regulations for sweet wines.
48
What is the 1855 Classification?
Ranked in 5 tiers known as Cru Classé, Crus, Growths ## Footnote This classification system is specific to wines produced in Médoc.
49
What is the highest tier in the 1855 Classification?
1st Growth = Premier Crus ## Footnote This tier includes the most prestigious wines from the classification.
50
Which châteaux are classified as 1st Growth?
* Château Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac * Château Latour, Pauillac * Château Margaux, Margaux * Château Haut-Brion, Pessac, Graves * Château Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac (promoted in 1973) ## Footnote These are the top-rated estates in the 1855 classification.
51
What is the focus of the Graves Classification?
Based on pricing, fame and quality as judged by tasting ## Footnote This classification evaluates both red and white wines.
52
What is unique about the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classification?
Revised at 10 year intervals since 1955 ## Footnote This classification is updated periodically to reflect changes in quality and reputation.
53
What are the tiers in the Crus Bourgeois du Médoc classification?
* Cru Bourgeois * Cru Bourgeois Supérieur * Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel ## Footnote These tiers represent a level of quality below Cru Classé.
54
What is the average estate size in Bordeaux as of 2022?
Rising ~ 20 hectares ## Footnote This indicates a trend in estate sizes within the Bordeaux region.
55
What percentage of Bordeaux wine sales occurred in France in 2021?
55% Bordeaux wine by volume sold in France ## Footnote This highlights the domestic market's significance for Bordeaux wines.
56
What is the role of La Place de Bordeaux?
Commercial system for selling wine ## Footnote This system involves negotiations and sales processes for Bordeaux wines.
57
What does 'En Primeur' mean in wine sales?
Wine is sold 1 year-18 months before bottled ## Footnote This practice allows consumers to buy wines while still in the barrel.
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What is La Cité du Vin?
A wine visitor centre in Bordeaux ## Footnote This center serves as an educational and tourism hub for wine enthusiasts.

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