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How to experience Bordeaux
Contributed by: Peck
  • 1. What is Bordeaux primarily known for?
A) Beer
B) Wine
C) Cheese
D) Pastries
  • 2. Which grape varietal is most commonly associated with Bordeaux red blends?
A) Pinot Noir
B) Syrah
C) Cabernet Sauvignon
D) Zinfandel
  • 3. What is the name of the river that runs through Bordeaux?
A) Rhone
B) Loire
C) Seine
D) Garonne
  • 4. What is a 'château' in the context of Bordeaux?
A) A wine glass
B) A type of grape
C) A wine estate
D) A wine making technique
  • 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) Médoc
B) Saint-Émilion
C) Pomerol
D) Sauternes
  • 7. Which famous wine classification system applies to wines from the Médoc region?
A) Spanish DOCa
B) German VDP
C) 1855 Classification
D) Beaujolais Cru
  • 8. What is a 'wine tour' in Bordeaux likely to involve?
A) Attending a cooking class
B) Going on a boat trip
C) Visiting vineyards and tasting wines
D) Visiting cheese factories
  • 9. What is the Cité du Vin?
A) A wine school
B) A vineyard
C) A wine museum
D) A wine shop
  • 10. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Bordeaux?
A) Louvre Museum
B) Mont Saint-Michel
C) Port of the Moon
D) Eiffel Tower
  • 11. What is 'canelé'?
A) A type of wine
B) A local pastry
C) A type of cheese
D) A type of meat
  • 12. Which is a common dish to pair with Bordeaux red wine?
A) Salad
B) Steak
C) Sushi
D) Pizza
  • 13. What is the 'Left Bank' of Bordeaux primarily known for?
A) Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines
B) Merlot-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) Dessert wines
C) Sparkling wines
D) Merlot-dominant wines
  • 15. Which appellation is known for its highly prized Merlot-based wines?
A) Margaux
B) Pomerol
C) Pauillac
D) Saint-Julien
  • 16. What is the purpose of decanting red wine?
A) To add bubbles
B) To sweeten the wine
C) To chill the wine
D) To aerate the wine
  • 17. What is a 'Grand Cru Classé'?
A) A wine glass
B) A top-rated wine estate
C) A wine region
D) A type of grape
  • 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 region producing dry white wines
B) A type of boat
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) Read books and articles
B) Learn how to build a boat
C) Learn to paint
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) London Wine Fair
B) Vinexpo
C) ProWein
D) Vinitaly
  • 22. What is the primary building material seen in the historic parts of Bordeaux?
A) Wood
B) Brick
C) Concrete
D) Limestone
  • 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) Rectangular
C) Triangular
D) Oval
  • 26. What type of oak is typically used for aging Bordeaux wine?
A) Spanish Oak
B) French Oak
C) American Oak
D) Canadian Oak
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a major grape variety in Bordeaux red blends?
A) Cabernet Franc
B) Petit Verdot
C) Merlot
D) Sangiovese
  • 28. What is a good souvenir to bring back from Bordeaux?
A) A rock
B) A loaf of bread
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 in bulk
D) Buying wine on sale
  • 30. Besides wine, what else can you experience in Bordeaux?
A) Mountain climbing
B) Skiing
C) Desert exploration
D) Architecture and history
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