U1 SPIRITs Activity 7 (quiz) Cognac and Armagnac

Which region is Cognac produced in?

• Bordeaux

• Gascony

• Burgundy

• Charente

What is the primary grape variety used in the production of Cognac?

• Baco Blanc

• Folle Blanche

• Ugni Blanc

• Colombard

How many times is Cognac typically distilled?

• Once

• Twice

• Three times

• Continuously

Which type of oak is primarily used for aging Cognac?

• Gascon oak

• French oak from Limousin or Tronçais

• American oak

• Hungarian oak

What are the three main subregions of Armagnac?

• Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies

• Bas-Armagnac, Ténarèze, Haut-Armagnac

• Fins Bois, Bons Bois, Bois Ordinaires

• Gers, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne

How is Armagnac typically distilled?

• Single-distilled in a continuous column still

• Double-distilled in copper pot stills

• Triple-distilled in a pot still

• Continuous distillation in copper column stills

What classification would a Cognac that has been aged for at least six years receive?

• VS

• VSOP

• XO

• Extra

Which of the following flavor profiles is most associated with Cognac?

• Strong and herbal with earthy notes

• Fruity and floral with hints of vanilla and oak

• Smoky and peaty

• Bitter and spicy

Which grape variety is commonly used in the production of Armagnac but not as frequently in Cognac?

• Colombard

• Ugni Blanc

• Folle Blanche

• Baco Blanc

Which aging system is used for Brandy de Jerez that is sometimes also used for Armagnac?

• Solera system

• Charentais system

• Single cask aging

• Copper pot aging