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Which method is commonly used to make the majority of Beaujolais wines?
Which method is commonly used to make the majority of Beaujolais wines?
- Chaptalisation
- Maceration on the skins like most red wines
- Semi-carbonic maceration (correct)
- Destemming and crushing followed by fermentation
What is the typical maceration time on the skins for Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages?
What is the typical maceration time on the skins for Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages?
- 6-7 days
- 1-2 days
- 4-5 days (correct)
- 2-3 days
What is the purpose of blending press wine with free-run wine in Beaujolais production?
What is the purpose of blending press wine with free-run wine in Beaujolais production?
- To increase the concentration of the wine
- To add color and tannins (correct)
- To reduce production costs
- To enhance the fruitiness of the wine
What is the main difference between wines made by semi-carbonic maceration and wines made by destemming and crushing followed by fermentation?
What is the main difference between wines made by semi-carbonic maceration and wines made by destemming and crushing followed by fermentation?
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Which winemakers from the region were pioneers of France's natural wine movement?
Which winemakers from the region were pioneers of France's natural wine movement?
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