Alsace, Jura and Savoie: Borders, Slopes and Choices

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Knowledge check

Can the claim survive the glass?

Each attempt draws a fresh mix from this lesson’s question bank. Choose the best answer for each question. You need 4 of 5 to complete this lesson.

01Savagnin and Sauvignon Blanc are the same grape.

True False

02Every Jura Savagnin is made in an oxidative style.

True False

03A mountain region can contain materially different vineyard exposures.

True False

04What does ouillé tell you about a Jura Savagnin?

It was topped up to limit air space It must be sweet It was made from Sauvignon Blanc It must be bottled in a clavelin

05Which grape is strongly associated with light, fresh Savoie whites?

Jacquère Grenache Cabernet Sauvignon Mourvèdre

Serious wine knowledge.
Questionable levels of seriousness.

Taste responsibly. Spitting is encouraged. Transport plans beat tasting notes.

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