Burgundy

Question 1

What historical periods does the history of Burgundy date back to?

Answer 1

Roman times and great monasteries

Question 2

What are the main regions within Burgundy?

Answer 2

• Chablis
• Côte d’Or
• Côte Chalonnaise
• Mâconnais
• Beaujolais

Question 3

What is the approximate north to south distance of Burgundy?

Answer 3

130km/80miles

Question 4

What grape variety constitutes 80% of the Yonne department?

Answer 4

Chardonnay

Question 5

What percentage of Côte d’Or is planted with Pinot Noir?

Answer 5

Over 60%

Question 6

Where is Chablis located in relation to Dijon?

Answer 6

110km/70miles north-west

Question 7

What is the climate of Chablis?

Answer 7

Continental, cold winters/short warm summers

Question 8

What are the main characteristics of Chablis white wines?

Answer 8

• Dry
• Medium bodied
• Medium alcohol
• High acidity
• Green apple and lemon fruit

Question 9

What type of oak aging is used for premier and grand crus in Chablis?

Answer 9

Minimal or no oak, but aging in oak is used for premier and grand crus

Question 10

What significant event in 1945 affected Chablis vineyard area?

Answer 10

Frost reduced the area to 500 hectares

Question 11

What is the current vineyard area under vine in Chablis?

Answer 11

5,800 hectares

Question 12

What soil type is primarily found in Chablis?

Answer 12

Kimmeridgian soil

Question 13

What are the hazards faced by vineyards in Chablis?

Answer 13

• Spring frosts
• Hail storms

Question 14

What is a common method used to mitigate spring frost damage?

Answer 14

Later pruning promotes bud-burst

Question 15

What is the rootstock used in Chablis that is tolerant of limestone?

Answer 15

41B (Vinifera x berlandieri)

Question 16

What is the maximum yield allowed for Chablis Grand Cru AOC?

Answer 16

54 hl/ha

Question 17

What is the purpose of Lieu-dit in Burgundy?

Answer 17

A named piece of land in centralised land register

Question 18

Which organization was established to combat fraud in Chablis?

Answer 18

Le Syndicat de Défense de l’Appellation de Chablis

Question 19

What is the climate type of Côte d’Or?

Answer 19

Moderate continental

Question 20

What is the primary grape variety grown in Côte de Nuits?

Answer 20

Pinot Noir

Question 21

What vineyard management technique is used to limit vigor and yields?

Answer 21

Cordon training system

Question 22

What are the four tiers of vineyard classification in Burgundy?

Answer 22

• Regional or Generic appellations
• Communal or village appellations
• Premier Cru
• Grand Cru

Question 23

What is the main challenge in managing Pinot Noir vineyards?

Answer 23

Achieving full ripeness for tannins, color, and flavor

Question 24

What is the maximum permitted enrichment through chaptalisation?

Answer 24

+1.5-2%

Question 25

What is the typical aging period for Grand Cru wines in Burgundy?

Answer 25

12-20 months

Question 26

Which appellation is known for producing 100% Aligoté?

Answer 26

Bouzeron AOC

Question 27

What is the primary business model of Négociants in Burgundy?

Answer 27

Large businesses that buy grapes, finish them, and bottle them under their own name

Question 28

True or False: Irrigation is permitted in Burgundy.

Answer 28

False

Question 29

What is the significance of the D974 road in Burgundy?

Answer 29

Divides village level above to generic below

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The main grape variety in Côte de Beaune is _______.

Answer 30

Chardonnay

Question 31

What are Négociants?

Answer 31

Large businesses that buy grapes, finish them, bottle them under their own name. ## Footnote Examples include Albert Bichot, Joseph Drouhin, Faiveley, Louis Jadot, Bouchard Père et Fils.

Question 32

What is the role of Micro-négociants?

Answer 32

Smaller businesses that buy grapes from very good to top quality vineyards and make and sell them under their own name. ## Footnote An example is Benjamin Leroux.

Question 33

In which regions are Co-operatives more predominant?

Answer 33

Chablis and Mâconnais. ## Footnote An example is La Chablisienne, Cave de Lugny.

Question 34

What does inheritance law state regarding children?

Answer 34

Children have status of equal inheritors of an estate.

Question 35

What percentage of wine volume is sold in France?

Answer 35

Half.

Question 36

What percentage of wine is exported to the USA, UK, and Canada?

Answer 36

Half.

Question 37

What is the total production of wine compared to Bordeaux?

Answer 37

1/4 of that in Bordeaux.

Question 38

How much wine does Domaine de la Romanée-Conti produce compared to Château Lafite Rothschild’s Grand Vin?

Answer 38

Produces 1/4 of what Château Lafite Rothschild’s Grand Vin in Bordeaux produces.

Question 39

What is a characteristic of Aligote wine?

Answer 39

Way more affordable.

Question 40

What is the purpose of sunlight on leaves in vineyard management?

Answer 40

Exposed canopy, canopy management.

Question 41

What is leaf stripping used for?

Answer 41

To allow more sunlight on bunches.

Question 42

Why is Green harvest not super common?

Answer 42

It is super expensive fruit.

Question 43

What are some effects of climate change on vineyards?

Answer 43

Vintage variation, change of rootstock, declassify, buying fruit, blend down, fruit doesn't ripen fully, hazards may ruin an entire crop, canopy management, delay winter pruning can delay budburst.

Question 44

What is the significance of the podcast 'I'll drink to that'?

Answer 44

It discusses various wine-related topics.

Question 45

How does more lees affect wine?

Answer 45

It creates a reductive quality and less need for SO2.

Question 46

What is the effect of not using stems in winemaking?

Answer 46

Creates airways for juice to flow, integrates oxygen, aids in pressing, gentler extraction, and adds more tannin from stems.

Question 47

What are the effects of using stems in winemaking?

Answer 47

Reduces acidity, increases volume, requires more pressing, is labor extensive, reduces alcohol and color, and makes the wine more pale.

Question 48

Which region is known for more stem use?

Answer 48

Côtes du Nuits.

Question 49

Which region is known for floral aromas from stems?

Answer 49

Côtes du Beaune.