ABC, Chardonnay Quiz

Q.1

ABC became an unwanted acronym for one of the world's classic grape varieties. What did it stand for? *

Q.2

Chardonnay is one of the main grapes in Champagne. What are other two? *

Q.3

Which regions in Australia are gaining a reputation for making some of the most elegant Chardonnays in the world? *

Q.4

The majority of 'White Burgundy' is made from Chardonnay, but what other grape can be used? *

Q.5

95% of wine made in the Côte de Nuits is red. What is the most northly appellation in the Côte de Nuits that can make white wine? *

Q.6

Chardonnay is the most planted grape in California. What share of wine sales does it have in the U.S.? *

Q.7

Which statement describes Chardonnay the most accurately? *

Thick skinned grape, full of colour and tannin. Needs warmer climates to ripen and takes well to oak.
Crisp, dry, aromatic with lots of green fruit. Takes well to stainless steel and regains freshness.
Relatively neutral grape that adapts well to its surroundings. Easily takes to a range of wine-making techniques.
Aromatic, highly perfumed grape that thrives in cool climates. High acidity allows it to make great sweet wines.

Q.8

Which one of these is NOT a Chablis Grand Cru? *

Q.9

Which one of these is NOT an appellation in the Mâconnais making wines from the Chardonnay grape? *

Q.10

Which of these wines is the most expensive Chardonnay in the world, according to Wine Searcher? *