Regional AOCs

Question 1

5 differences between Coteaux Bourguignons and Bourgogne

Answer 1

1) vineyard plots may vary
2) varieties (less for Bourgogne)
3) blending formulae
4) minimum alcohol
5) price

Question 2

Blending requirements for red Bourgogne AOC

Answer 2

minimum 70% Pinot Noir
maximum 30% Gamay
maximum 10% César (in Yonne only)

Question 3

Blending requirements for Bourgogne Pinot Noir

Answer 3

minimum 85% Pinot Noir

Question 4

Blending requirements for Bourgogne Gamay

Answer 4

minimum 85% Gamay from Beaujolais Cru only

Question 5

Bourgogne Coulanges-la-Vineuse’s most respected vineyard

Answer 5

Clos de la Seigneur

Question 6

The only regional Bourgogne AOC that does not include the Rhône département

Answer 6

Bourgogne Aligoté