WSET Level 2 Practice Question · Episode 76
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Practice Question
In the 'Côte de Beaune' region of Burgundy, France, which famous village production produces high-quality white wines with notes of apple, citrus, vanilla, and butter from oak aging?
- A. Pauillac AOC
- B. Meursault AOC
- C. Chablis AOC
- D. Always brewed solely from 100% Pinot Noir grapes.
Answer & Explanation
Answer: B. Meursault AOC Explanation: Burgundy distinguishes quality based on 'Village AOC'. Meursault is a world-renowned destination for Chardonnay, famous for its full body and savory notes of butter and nuts. Chablis is a cooler northern region that emphasizes sharp acidity and mineral character, while Pauillac is not in Burgundy, but is a legendary red wine region on the Left Bank of Bordeaux.
Expert Exam Tip
[Trap]: Do not assume Bordeaux wine is always made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Bordeaux winemaking is based on 'Blending' to mitigate climate risks. [Tip]: In the exam, link 'Gravel soil/Left bank' with Cabernet Sauvignon and the Left Bank villages, and 'Clay/Right bank' with Merlot and the Right Bank villages.