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Which grape variety is dominant in the Sauternes and Barsac appellations?
Which grape variety is dominant in the Sauternes and Barsac appellations?
- Merlot
- Sémillon (correct)
- Muscadelle
- Sauvignon Blanc
Which appellation is the largest sweet wine appellation in Bordeaux?
Which appellation is the largest sweet wine appellation in Bordeaux?
- Sauternes AoC (correct)
- Sainte-Croix-du-Mont AOC
- Barsac AoC
- Loupiac AOC
Which appellation allows slightly higher yields than Pomerol AOC?
Which appellation allows slightly higher yields than Pomerol AOC?
- Saint-Émilion AOC
- Médoc AOC
- Lalande-de-Pomerol AoC (correct)
- Côtes de Bordeaux AOC
Which appellation has the highest percentage of Malbec plantings in Bordeaux?
Which appellation has the highest percentage of Malbec plantings in Bordeaux?
Which appellation has the highest proportion of production of cru classé wine?
Which appellation has the highest proportion of production of cru classé wine?
Which appellation has a very high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon planted and a high proportion of cru classé production?
Which appellation has a very high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon planted and a high proportion of cru classé production?
Which appellation is regarded as a mid-way point between the powerful structure of Pauillac and the finesse of Margaux?
Which appellation is regarded as a mid-way point between the powerful structure of Pauillac and the finesse of Margaux?
Which appellation has stony, gravelly soils and a reputation for perfumed wines with silky tannins?
Which appellation has stony, gravelly soils and a reputation for perfumed wines with silky tannins?
Which two varieties are traditionally dominant in Pauillac AOC and Pomerol AOC?
Which two varieties are traditionally dominant in Pauillac AOC and Pomerol AOC?
What is the maximum yield for red wine in Bordeaux Supérieur AOC?
What is the maximum yield for red wine in Bordeaux Supérieur AOC?
Which two appellations are situated on the left bank of the Gironde to the north of the city of Bordeaux?
Which two appellations are situated on the left bank of the Gironde to the north of the city of Bordeaux?
Which appellation is known for producing the best white wines of Bordeaux?
Which appellation is known for producing the best white wines of Bordeaux?
Which appellation has the highest maximum yield for both red and white wines?
Which appellation has the highest maximum yield for both red and white wines?
Which grape variety is dominant in the Right Bank appellations?
Which grape variety is dominant in the Right Bank appellations?
Which appellation has no classification system but many top-quality estates?
Which appellation has no classification system but many top-quality estates?
