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