- 1. The Champagne region in northeastern France is renowned worldwide for its production of the sparkling wine which bears the same name. Situated close to the city of Reims, this picturesque area is characterized by its rolling hills covered with vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see. The unique geology and climate of the Champagne region, along with centuries of winemaking tradition, combine to create the perfect conditions for producing the distinctive and luxurious Champagne wine. Visitors to the region can explore historic Champagne houses, take vineyard tours, and indulge in tastings of this iconic French sparkling wine.
Which town is considered the capital of the Champagne region?
A) Nice
B) Bordeaux
C) Burgundy
D) Reims
- 2. How long must Champagne be aged before release?
A) 15 months
B) 6 months
C) 24 months
D) 3 years
- 3. Which of these terms refers to the process of adding a solution to adjust acidity in Champagne?
A) Disgorging
B) Corking
C) Riddling
D) Dosage
- 4. What is the defining characteristic of Blanc de Blancs Champagne?
A) Sweet in taste
B) Made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes
C) Made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes
D) Red in color
- 5. Who famously said, 'Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!'
A) Dom Pérignon
B) Winston Churchill
C) Pablo Picasso
D) Coco Chanel
- 6. Which of these methods is used to remove sediment from Champagne bottles during production?
A) Filtration
B) Aging
C) Riddling
D) Decanting
- 7. What is the term for the process of twisting the bottle to consolidate sediment in the neck of Champagne bottles before disgorgement?
A) Soutirage
B) Remuage
C) Sabrage
D) Assemblage
- 8. Which of the following is a famous Champagne house known for its luxury cuvées and rich, powerful wines?
A) Perrier-Jouët
B) Ruinart
C) Charles Heidsieck
D) Krug
- 9. What are the two key Villes de Champagne in the region known for their sparkling wines?
A) Caen and Rennes
B) Troyes and Langres
C) Dijon and Beaune
D) Reims and Épernay
- 10. In what year was the Champagne appellation officially recognized?
A) 1905
B) 1801
C) 1954
D) 1936
- 11. What is the term for the process used to remove frozen sediment from bottles of Champagne?
A) Maceration
B) Dégorgement
C) Clarification
D) Fermentation
- 12. What country is the Champagne region located in?
A) France
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) Spain
- 13. Which grape variety is predominantly used in Champagne production?
A) Merlot
B) Chardonnay
C) Sauvignon Blanc
D) Pinot Noir
- 14. What is the traditional method used to produce Champagne called?
A) Barrel Fermentation
B) Tank Method
C) Carbonic Maceration
D) Méthode Champenoise
- 15. What is the term given to the sparkling effect in Champagne caused by dissolved carbon dioxide gas?
A) Fermentation
B) Effervescence
C) Oxidation
D) Aeration
- 16. Which of the following Champagne styles is the driest?
A) Extra Brut
B) Brut Nature
C) Demi-Sec
D) Sec
- 17. What is the famous Champagne house founded by Madame Clicquot known as?
A) Louis Roederer
B) Veuve Clicquot
C) Dom Pérignon
D) Moët & Chandon
- 18. In which year was the Champagne appellation officially established?
A) 1703
B) 1999
C) 1927
D) 1842
- 19. Which river runs through the Champagne region?
A) Seine
B) Marne
C) Loire
D) Rhône
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