France

Question 1

What does AOC stand for in French wine?

Answer 1

Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée

Question 2

True or False: AOC certification guarantees the quality of wine.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: AOC is a system that regulates the ________ of wine.

Answer 3

origin

Question 4

What year was the AOC system officially established?

Answer 4

1935

Question 5

Which French law governs the AOC system?

Answer 5

The Law of 1 August 1905

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a requirement for AOC certification? A) Specific grape varieties B) Alcohol content C) Bottle shape

Answer 6

A) Specific grape varieties

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of the AOC system?

Answer 7

To protect the authenticity and quality of French wines.

Question 8

True or False: Only wines from France can be designated as AOC.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Short Answer: Name one famous AOC wine region in France.

Answer 9

Bordeaux

Question 10

Fill in the blank: AOC wines must adhere to strict regulations regarding ________ and production methods.

Answer 10

terroir

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an AOC wine? A) Champagne B) Merlot C) Côtes du Rhône

Answer 11

B) Merlot

Question 12

What does the term ‘terroir’ refer to in the context of AOC?

Answer 12

The unique environmental factors affecting a specific vineyard.

Question 13

True or False: AOC status can be revoked if producers do not comply with regulations.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the role of the INAO in the AOC system?

Answer 14

To oversee the AOC certification process.

Question 15

Short Answer: What are the three main criteria for a wine to be classified as AOC?

Answer 15

Geographical origin, grape varieties, and production methods.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: AOC wines are often labeled with a specific ________ to indicate their origin.

Answer 16

region

Question 17

Multiple Choice: Which AOC is known for sparkling wine? A) Bordeaux B) Burgundy C) Champagne

Answer 17

C) Champagne

Question 18

True or False: There are different levels of AOC classifications.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What is the difference between AOC and VDQS?

Answer 19

VDQS (Vin Délimité de Qualité Supérieure) is a lower classification than AOC.

Question 20

Short Answer: What does the term ‘appellation’ signify in the AOC system?

Answer 20

A specific geographic area where the wine is produced.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The AOC system aims to preserve traditional wine ________ in France.

Answer 21

making

Question 22

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a requirement for AOC red wines? A) Minimum aging period B) Specific bottle shape C) Use of synthetic fertilizers

Answer 22

A) Minimum aging period

Question 23

True or False: AOC wines can be produced from grapes grown outside their designated region.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

What does the ‘contrôlée’ in AOC imply?

Answer 24

That the production methods are regulated and controlled.

Question 25

Short Answer: How does AOC status impact consumer trust?

Answer 25

It provides assurance of quality and authenticity.

Question 26

What are the 6 regions in France?

Answer 26

Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire Valley, Alsace, Rhône Valley (Blue CRAB Legs)

Question 27

What’s the history of Burgundy

Answer 27

Owned by the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages and cultivated carefully by monks. French Revolution the vineyards were taken and broken and sold. Napoleon divided equally to sons of the owners in inheritance.

Question 28

Describe Burgundy location and sections.

Answer 28

Eastern central France by Switzerland. Broken into 5 sections: Chablis, Cote d Or, Cote Chalonnaise, Maconnais, Beaujolais.

Question 29

What is the soil type in Burgundy region?

Answer 29

In Burgundy it’s chalk, clay and limestone and the Beaujolais region is granite.

Question 30

What are the grape varieties in Burgundy?

Answer 30

White grapes are Chardonnay and Aligote. Red grapes are Pinot Noir (main grape) and Gamay.

Question 31

What is the labeling law and wine classification system in burgundy?

Answer 31

33 Grands Crus (2%) 550-600 Premiers Crus (12%) Village wines (30%) Regional Appellations (56%)

Question 32

What is the difference between a village wine, a premier cru and a grand cru?

Answer 32

A village wine has 100% the grapes in that wine grown around the village on the label. A premier crew has 100% of the grapes from a specific vineyard and the crew has 100% of the grapes coming from one of the best vineyards in Burgundy.

Question 33

What are the sub regions of burgundy?

Answer 33

Chablis, Cote d Or, Cote d Nuits, Cote de Beaune, Cote de Chalonnaise, Maconnais, and Beaujolais

Question 34

Describe the sub region of Chablis in Burgundy

Answer 34

Cool climate, clay and limestone soil, 100% Chardonnay grapes. Picking time is critical because of late season frost. Vinification is no oak used with lower wines, but often with upper tier wines it is. Malolactic fermentation is common.

Question 35

Describe the sub region of Cote d Or in Burgundy

Answer 35

It is on Hillside and ridges with a continental climate. Grape variety is Pinot Noir. Soil is marl and limestone, and there are threats of frost, Summer hail and excessive rain in the fall. Vinification is the use of new French oak sometimes grapes are fermented in clusters others are destemed.

Question 36

Describe the sub region of Cote de Beaune in Burgundy

Answer 36

The climate is continental and the soil is marl and limestone. The grape varieties are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Vinification Is in oak, often new for both red and whites.

Question 37

Describe the sub region of Cote Chalonnaise in Burgundy

Answer 37

Directly south of Cote d Or with a continental climate. Great varieties are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Aligote. The vinification is little to no new oak used for whites or reds. There are no grands crus, but many Premiers crus.

Question 38

Describe the sub region of Maconnais in Burgundy

Answer 38

The climate is continental and slightly warmer than the northern Burgundy region. It’s a relatively low line and flat farmland area. The great varieties are Chardonnay, Pinot, noir and Gamay. there are no grands or premiers Crus in this region.

Question 39

Describe the sub region of Beaujolais in Burgundy

Answer 39

Location is south and climate is continental and much warmer than the rest of burgundy. The soil is granite in the north in sandstone/clay in the south. A great varieties are Chardonnay and Gamay. The vinification is carbonic maceration in stainless steel tanks or used French barrels.