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How to experience Bordeaux
  • 1. What is Bordeaux primarily known for?
A) Cheese
B) Pastries
C) Wine
D) Beer
  • 2. Which grape varietal is most commonly associated with Bordeaux red blends?
A) Cabernet Sauvignon
B) Zinfandel
C) Pinot Noir
D) Syrah
  • 3. What is the name of the river that runs through Bordeaux?
A) Loire
B) Rhone
C) Garonne
D) Seine
  • 4. What is a 'château' in the context of Bordeaux?
A) A wine glass
B) A wine making technique
C) A type of grape
D) A wine estate
  • 5. When is the best time of year to visit Bordeaux for the grape harvest?
A) September-October
B) December-January
C) June-July
D) March-April
  • 6. Which region of Bordeaux is known for its sweet wines?
A) Saint-Émilion
B) Sauternes
C) Pomerol
D) Médoc
  • 7. Which famous wine classification system applies to wines from the Médoc region?
A) 1855 Classification
B) Spanish DOCa
C) Beaujolais Cru
D) German VDP
  • 8. What is a 'wine tour' in Bordeaux likely to involve?
A) Visiting cheese factories
B) Visiting vineyards and tasting wines
C) Attending a cooking class
D) Going on a boat trip
  • 9. What is the Cité du Vin?
A) A wine museum
B) A wine school
C) A vineyard
D) A wine shop
  • 10. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Bordeaux?
A) Mont Saint-Michel
B) Port of the Moon
C) Eiffel Tower
D) Louvre Museum
  • 11. What is 'canelé'?
A) A local pastry
B) A type of meat
C) A type of cheese
D) A type of wine
  • 12. Which is a common dish to pair with Bordeaux red wine?
A) Pizza
B) Salad
C) Sushi
D) Steak
  • 13. What is the 'Left Bank' of Bordeaux primarily known for?
A) White wines
B) Rosé wines
C) Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines
D) Merlot-dominant wines
  • 14. What is the 'Right Bank' of Bordeaux primarily known for?
A) Merlot-dominant wines
B) Dessert wines
C) Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines
D) Sparkling wines
  • 15. Which appellation is known for its highly prized Merlot-based wines?
A) Saint-Julien
B) Margaux
C) Pauillac
D) Pomerol
  • 16. What is the purpose of decanting red wine?
A) To chill the wine
B) To add bubbles
C) To aerate the wine
D) To sweeten the wine
  • 17. What is a 'Grand Cru Classé'?
A) A wine glass
B) A top-rated wine estate
C) A type of grape
D) A wine region
  • 18. Which type of transportation is recommended for visiting many vineyards?
A) Walking
B) Bicycle
C) Car
D) Plane
  • 19. What is 'entre-deux-mers'?
A) A region producing dry white wines
B) A type of boat
C) A region producing red wines
D) A type of cheese
  • 20. What is a good way to learn about Bordeaux wine before visiting?
A) Read books and articles
B) Learn how to build a boat
C) Learn how to play the guitar
D) Learn to paint
  • 21. What is the name of the largest wine trade fair in the world, held in Bordeaux?
A) Vinexpo
B) ProWein
C) Vinitaly
D) London Wine Fair
  • 22. What is the primary building material seen in the historic parts of Bordeaux?
A) Limestone
B) Wood
C) Brick
D) Concrete
  • 23. What is 'Lamproie à la Bordelaise'?
A) A type of cheese
B) A type of bread
C) A type of soup
D) A local dish made with lamprey eel
  • 24. What kind of experience is a Médoc Marathon?
A) A marathon run through vineyards with wine tasting
B) A cooking competition
C) A cheese tasting event
D) A bike race through the city
  • 25. What is the shape of the Place de la Bourse's reflecting pool?
A) Triangular
B) Oval
C) Rectangular
D) Circular
  • 26. What type of oak is typically used for aging Bordeaux wine?
A) French Oak
B) American Oak
C) Canadian Oak
D) Spanish Oak
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a major grape variety in Bordeaux red blends?
A) Petit Verdot
B) Sangiovese
C) Merlot
D) Cabernet Franc
  • 28. What is a good souvenir to bring back from Bordeaux?
A) A bottle of wine
B) A loaf of bread
C) A rock
D) A t-shirt
  • 29. What does 'en primeur' refer to in Bordeaux?
A) Buying wine after it is bottled
B) Buying wine in bulk
C) Buying wine before it is bottled
D) Buying wine on sale
  • 30. Besides wine, what else can you experience in Bordeaux?
A) Mountain climbing
B) Skiing
C) Architecture and history
D) Desert exploration
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