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Which type of soil is predominant in the Chablis region?
Which type of soil is predominant in the Chablis region?
- Sandy soil
- Clay soil
- Limestone soil (correct)
- Volcanic soil
What is the advantage of the early ripening characteristic of Chardonnay in Chablis?
What is the advantage of the early ripening characteristic of Chardonnay in Chablis?
- It increases the chance of damage from spring frosts
- It improves the quality of the wines
- It increases the yield of the vineyards
- It reduces the threat of fungal diseases (correct)
What is the average annual rainfall in Chablis?
What is the average annual rainfall in Chablis?
- 670mm (correct)
- 400mm
- 900mm
- 200mm
What is the main threat to vineyards in Chablis during the period leading to harvest?
What is the main threat to vineyards in Chablis during the period leading to harvest?
Which rootstock is widely used in Chablis due to its high tolerance of limestone soils?
Which rootstock is widely used in Chablis due to its high tolerance of limestone soils?
Which vineyard training system is typically used in Chablis?
Which vineyard training system is typically used in Chablis?
What is the main difference between Petit Chablis and Chablis wines?
What is the main difference between Petit Chablis and Chablis wines?
How many named vineyards have premier cru status in Chablis?
How many named vineyards have premier cru status in Chablis?
What is the main factor contributing to the higher quality of Chablis Grand Cru wines?
What is the main factor contributing to the higher quality of Chablis Grand Cru wines?
What percentage of the region's total production does Chablis Grand Cru represent?
What percentage of the region's total production does Chablis Grand Cru represent?
Which river is Chablis located in the valley of?
Which river is Chablis located in the valley of?
What is the climate like in Chablis?
What is the climate like in Chablis?
Which grape variety is well-known for wines made in Chablis?
Which grape variety is well-known for wines made in Chablis?
What are the general characteristics of Chablis wines in terms of body, alcohol, and acidity?
What are the general characteristics of Chablis wines in terms of body, alcohol, and acidity?
What flavors are commonly found in Chablis wines?
What flavors are commonly found in Chablis wines?
Do Chablis wines typically have oak flavor?
Do Chablis wines typically have oak flavor?
What is the range of quality for Chablis wines?
What is the range of quality for Chablis wines?
What caused a decline in Chablis' popularity in the 19th century?
What caused a decline in Chablis' popularity in the 19th century?
How much land under vine does Chablis currently have?
How much land under vine does Chablis currently have?
What is the price range of Chablis wines compared to the most expensive wines from the Côte d’Or?
What is the price range of Chablis wines compared to the most expensive wines from the Côte d’Or?
Which material is NOT typically used for fermentation and storage of most wines in Chablis?
Which material is NOT typically used for fermentation and storage of most wines in Chablis?
What is the maximum allowable yield in hL/ha for Chablis Premier Cru AOC?
What is the maximum allowable yield in hL/ha for Chablis Premier Cru AOC?
Which organization operates at all levels of the appellation hierarchy and vinifies one third of all wine in Chablis?
Which organization operates at all levels of the appellation hierarchy and vinifies one third of all wine in Chablis?
Which association in Chablis has a quality charter requiring members to practice sustainable viticulture and harvest by hand?
Which association in Chablis has a quality charter requiring members to practice sustainable viticulture and harvest by hand?
Which country is the biggest destination for exported Chablis?
Which country is the biggest destination for exported Chablis?
Which type of wine is celebrated for its crisp, bright citrus and green apple fruit flavors and high acidity?
Which type of wine is celebrated for its crisp, bright citrus and green apple fruit flavors and high acidity?
Which two wines are usually priced at a premium or super premium level in Chablis?
Which two wines are usually priced at a premium or super premium level in Chablis?
Which two countries are among the top five destinations for exported Chablis?
Which two countries are among the top five destinations for exported Chablis?
Which two highly regarded producers in Chablis sell their wines at extremely high prices?
Which two highly regarded producers in Chablis sell their wines at extremely high prices?
Which type of wine in Chablis is NOT typically fermented and aged in barrels?
Which type of wine in Chablis is NOT typically fermented and aged in barrels?
