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Which region in Burgundy has a climate that is typically slightly drier and warmer than the Côte d’Or?
Which region in Burgundy has a climate that is typically slightly drier and warmer than the Côte d’Or?
- Mâconnais (correct)
- Dijon
- Morvan
- Chablis
What is the average annual rainfall in these parts of Burgundy?
What is the average annual rainfall in these parts of Burgundy?
- 300 millimeters
- 500 millimeters
- 700 millimeters (correct)
- 900 millimeters
Which grape varieties are suitable for the relatively short summers in these parts of Burgundy?
Which grape varieties are suitable for the relatively short summers in these parts of Burgundy?
- Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (correct)
- Riesling and Gewürztraminer
- Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah
What factors influence the potential quality of individual vineyard sites in these parts of Burgundy?
What factors influence the potential quality of individual vineyard sites in these parts of Burgundy?
What can a cool vintage in these parts of Burgundy result in for Pinot Noir wines?
What can a cool vintage in these parts of Burgundy result in for Pinot Noir wines?
What can be a significant problem for vineyards in these parts of Burgundy if severe?
What can be a significant problem for vineyards in these parts of Burgundy if severe?
What recent weather phenomenon has made the vines in these parts of Burgundy more vulnerable to frost?
What recent weather phenomenon has made the vines in these parts of Burgundy more vulnerable to frost?
What can be a problem throughout the growing season in these parts of Burgundy?
What can be a problem throughout the growing season in these parts of Burgundy?
What can significantly impact the yield and quality of wines in these parts of Burgundy?
What can significantly impact the yield and quality of wines in these parts of Burgundy?
What can be a threat at harvest in these parts of Burgundy?
What can be a threat at harvest in these parts of Burgundy?
Which factor can lead to reduced yields or even a total loss of the vine crop in April-May?
Which factor can lead to reduced yields or even a total loss of the vine crop in April-May?
Which method has played a critical role in alleviating problems caused by hail damage?
Which method has played a critical role in alleviating problems caused by hail damage?
Which region in Burgundy was particularly badly affected by hail between 2012 and 2015?
Which region in Burgundy was particularly badly affected by hail between 2012 and 2015?
What is a concern for growers in a hot, dry vintage where irrigation is not permitted?
What is a concern for growers in a hot, dry vintage where irrigation is not permitted?
Which aspect and elevation are critical factors determining the style and quality of wines in Burgundy?
Which aspect and elevation are critical factors determining the style and quality of wines in Burgundy?
Which vineyard location in the Côte Chalonnaise has some of the best south-east facing slopes?
Which vineyard location in the Côte Chalonnaise has some of the best south-east facing slopes?
Which type of soil is more dominant in the Côte de Nuits, where most highly regarded Pinot Noir wines are grown?
Which type of soil is more dominant in the Côte de Nuits, where most highly regarded Pinot Noir wines are grown?
Which region in Burgundy has more clay in the soil and deeper soils, where most highly regarded Chardonnay wines come from?
Which region in Burgundy has more clay in the soil and deeper soils, where most highly regarded Chardonnay wines come from?
What is a source of continuing problems in vineyards, even in gently sloping vineyards such as the walled Clos de Vougeot?
What is a source of continuing problems in vineyards, even in gently sloping vineyards such as the walled Clos de Vougeot?
What is a characteristic of vineyards at the bottom of the slope in Burgundy?
What is a characteristic of vineyards at the bottom of the slope in Burgundy?
