Terroir/Climate Flashcards
1
Q
What allows grapes in Champagne to ripen enough to be made into wine?
A
The proximity to the sea
2
Q
What type of soil is found in Champagne?
A
Large amounts of chalk with high limestone content
3
Q
What type of climate does Champagne have?
A
Maritime
4
Q
What is the dominant soil type in Aube?
A
Clay
5
Q
What is the bleus de ville.
A
Shreds of unsightly (and inorganic) plastic sacking used in the vineyards as a way of composting trash from Paris.
6
Q
How are the vineyards planted in Montagne de Reims?
A
Divided between south- and north-facing slopes
7
Q
Why is Pinot Meaunier grown in Vallée de la Marne?
A
Its tendency to bud late and ripen early.
The region is prone to frost.
