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