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Test of knowledge about vineyards - Champagne

Wineonline challenges you with these questions about the Champagne region! 10 questions about this world-renowned region for these sparkling wines. However, do you know some of its specificities? You will know it by consulting your profile!

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What are the three grape varieties authorized in the production of Champagne wine?

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, to which can be added to a few historical grape varieties (Arbanne, Pinot Blanc, Petit Meslier...) that can be used but are no more planted.

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, to which can be added to a few historical grape varieties (Arbanne, Pinot Blanc, Petit Meslier...) that can be used but are no more planted.

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Which method is used to obtain the effervescence of champagne?

A second fermentation in the bottle is carried out by adding a tirage liqueur (a mixture of sugars and yeasts). It is commonly referred to as the "traditional method".

A second fermentation in the bottle is carried out by adding a tirage liqueur (a mixture of sugars and yeasts). It is commonly referred to as the "traditional method".

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How large is the Champagne appellation area?

Approximately 34,000 hectares, divided into 3 areas: the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Blancs and the Vallée de la Marne. Also noteworthy, the Côte des Bars sector in the Aubois vineyard.

Approximately 34,000 hectares, divided into 3 areas: the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Blancs and the Vallée de la Marne. Also noteworthy, the Côte des Bars sector in the Aubois vineyard.

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Which Benedictine monk is known to be the "inventor of champagne"?

Dom Pérignon of course! Although some people doubt his true involvement in the invention of champagne, he remains the spiritual father of all Champenois.

Dom Pérignon of course! Although some people doubt his true involvement in the invention of champagne, he remains the spiritual father of all Champenois.

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What food was it customary to dip in a glass of Champagne?

A Pink Biscuits of Reims, of course! This one was a good match for the style of the champagnes of the time, much more balanced.

A Pink Biscuits of Reims, of course! This one was a good match for the style of the champagnes of the time, much more balanced.

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Spot the odd one out

Bouchard, who is a Burgundian trader.

Bouchard, who is a Burgundian trader.

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What are the main characteristics of the Champagne terroirs?

Chalk, which retains water to feed the vine in case of drought. Hence the famous local crayons, which can be visited in some houses.

Chalk, which retains water to feed the vine in case of drought. Hence the famous local crayons, which can be visited in some houses.

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What is the capacity of a "Nabuchodonosor" Champagne?

15 L, the true friend of weddings! Nebuchadnezzar is one of the largest containers of champagne.

15 L, the true friend of weddings! Nebuchadnezzar is one of the largest containers of champagne.

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What does the acronym "CIVC" mean?

The Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (Interprofessional Committee for Champagne Wine), created in 1941. Its mission is to defend and promote the Champagne appellation.

The Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (Interprofessional Committee for Champagne Wine), created in 1941. Its mission is to defend and promote the Champagne appellation.

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What do the bottles traditionally rest on during the so-called riddling process?

Rack, although the use of gyropallets is nowadays widely developed and is just as effective.

Rack, although the use of gyropallets is nowadays widely developed and is just as effective.

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