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1
Q

From what region comes the majority of Gamay (it’s also the most important region in the world for Gamay)?

A

Beaujolais, France

2
Q

What is the climate of Beaujolais?

A

Moderate

3
Q

Describe the typical profile of Gamay.

A
  • Dry
  • High acidity
  • Low to medium tannins
  • Lots of bright red fruits
  • No new oak
4
Q

Where is Beaujolais in relation to Burgundy?

A

Immediately south

5
Q

Winemakers can use a specific winemaking technique to craft a particular style of Beaujolais. What are the effects of these techniques on the wine?

A
  • Lighter body
  • Low tannins
  • Perfumed and aromatic (gum drop, banana)
  • Super fresh style

You don’t need to know this for the exam, but the winemaking technique is called Carbonic Maceration.

6
Q

What style of wine would one expect from a wine labeled Beaujolais AOC?

A

Simple, light bodied, somewhat fruity - generally an acceptable wine.

7
Q

Where can the grapes come from with a Beaujolais AOC wine?

A

Anywhere within the Beaujolais region, but mostly from the flat land in the southern portion of the region.

8
Q

How many villages within the Beaujolais Villages area are Crus?

A

10

Know Fleurie and Morgon.

9
Q

What style of wine would one expect from one of the Crus of Beaujolais?

A
  • More structured
  • More concentrated
  • Exhibits just-ripe red fruits
  • Exhibits medium tannins

The Crus of Beaujolais generally do not use Carbonic Maceration.

10
Q

What is the hierarchy of Beaujolais appellations?

A

From lowest to highest:

  • Beaujolais AOC
  • Beaujolais Villages AOC
  • Beaujolais Crus (e.g. Fleurie AOC)
11
Q

Why are wines from Beaujolais often served slightly chilled?

A

To showcase their freshness, red fruit flavors, and bright acidity.