Chablis Wine Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • 670mm (correct)
  • 400mm
  • 900mm
  • 200mm

    • What is the main threat to vineyards in Chablis during the period leading to harvest?

    <p>Rot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rootstock is widely used in Chablis due to its high tolerance of limestone soils?

    <p>41B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vineyard training system is typically used in Chablis?

    <p>Double Guyot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Petit Chablis and Chablis wines?

    <p>Soil type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many named vineyards have premier cru status in Chablis?

    <p>40</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor contributing to the higher quality of Chablis Grand Cru wines?

    <p>Greater weight and concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the region's total production does Chablis Grand Cru represent?

    <p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river is Chablis located in the valley of?

    <p>River Serein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the climate like in Chablis?

    <p>Continental with cold winters and warm summers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety is well-known for wines made in Chablis?

    <p>Chardonnay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the general characteristics of Chablis wines in terms of body, alcohol, and acidity?

    <p>Medium bodied, medium alcohol, high acidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What flavors are commonly found in Chablis wines?

    <p>Green apple and lemon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do Chablis wines typically have oak flavor?

    <p>No or minimal oak flavor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of quality for Chablis wines?

    <p>From good to outstanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused a decline in Chablis' popularity in the 19th century?

    <p>Building of the Paris-Lyons-Marseille railway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much land under vine does Chablis currently have?

    <p>5,500 hectares</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the price range of Chablis wines compared to the most expensive wines from the Côte d’Or?

    <p>Mid-price to premium, with a few super-premium examples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material is NOT typically used for fermentation and storage of most wines in Chablis?

    <p>Plastic vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowable yield in hL/ha for Chablis Premier Cru AOC?

    <p>58</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization operates at all levels of the appellation hierarchy and vinifies one third of all wine in Chablis?

    <p>La Chablisienne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which association in Chablis has a quality charter requiring members to practice sustainable viticulture and harvest by hand?

    <p>L’Union des Grands Crus de Chablis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is the biggest destination for exported Chablis?

    <p>UK</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of wine is celebrated for its crisp, bright citrus and green apple fruit flavors and high acidity?

    <p>Generic Chablis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two wines are usually priced at a premium or super premium level in Chablis?

    <p>Chablis Premier Cru and Chablis Grand Cru</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two countries are among the top five destinations for exported Chablis?

    <p>UK and USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two highly regarded producers in Chablis sell their wines at extremely high prices?

    <p>Francois Raveneau and Vincent Dauvissat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of wine in Chablis is NOT typically fermented and aged in barrels?

    <p>Generic Chablis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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