Wine Lover's Challenge

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Which appellation in the Dordogne region produces dry and sweet white, rosé, and red wines?

Bergerac AOC (correct)

Bordeaux AOC

Monbazillac AOC

Côtes de Bergerac AOC

What is the percentage of red wine production in Bergerac AOC?

40%

50% (correct)

60%

10%

Which Bordeaux varieties can be grown in the Dordogne region?

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot (correct)

Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris

Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir

Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre

What is the minimum percentage of the allowed principal grape varieties required in the blend of red wine in Bergerac AOC?

50% Signup and view all the answers

What type of containers are typically used to age Bergerac AOC wines?

Large stainless steel or older oak casks Signup and view all the answers

Which appellation in the Dordogne region is restricted to the main Bordeaux varieties with no local varieties permitted?

Côtes de Bergerac AOC Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum yield for white wines in Bergerac AOC?

67 hL/ha Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum yield for red wines in Côtes de Bergerac AOC?

50 hL/ha Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is most commonly found in Côtes de Bergerac AOC wines?

Merlot Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical quality range of Bergerac AOC and Côtes de Bergerac AOC wines?

Good to very good Signup and view all the answers

Which country is the largest export market for Bergerac AOC wines?

China Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outlet for Bergerac AOC wines in the domestic market?

Supermarkets Signup and view all the answers

Which river is located near the region of MONBaZILLac aOc?

Dordogne River Signup and view all the answers

What creates high levels of humidity in the region of MONBaZILLac aOc?

Moist air along the rivers Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum percentage of principal varieties required in MONBaZILLac aOc wines?

80% Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum yield allowed for MONBaZILLac aOc wines?

30 hL/ha Signup and view all the answers

Which type of wine is MONBaZILLac aOc known for?

White wines Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of MONBaZILLac aOc wines compared to Sauternes wines?

Lower price Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Bergerac wines are exported?

Less than 10% Signup and view all the answers

What are the main export markets for Bergerac AOC wines?

Belgium Signup and view all the answers