Champagne: A Cool Place, Many Decisions

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01PreparationWhat you need 02Video lessonWatch or revisit 03Background material3 deeper chapters 04Glossary & sourcesTerms and evidence 05Knowledge checkComplete the lesson

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.

01Champagne is a protected place name as well as a wine name.

True False

02A traditional-method sparkling wine made elsewhere automatically becomes Champagne.

True False

03Non-vintage means the producer forgot the harvest year.

True False

04Which three grapes dominate Champagne production?

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Cabernet Franc Gamay, Syrah and Viognier Chenin Blanc, Melon and Riesling

05Why can reserve wines matter in a cool, variable growing region?

They give the blender options across harvests They make every vintage identical without choices They eliminate the need to grow grapes They convert any sparkling wine into Champagne

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