Grapes

[cape chef]

In Bordeaux, There are only five variaties of grapes that can be used to produce there wines. What are they?

[Pete]

cab sav.
cab franc
merlot
petit verdoe (sp?)
melbec

[cape chef]

Pete you are right!!By law there are only five grapes that can be used in a Bordeaux.
Lets take it a step further. In what region would you find cabernet sav, the primary grape? And where would merlot be the star? and cabernet Franc is also the star of a region

Cabernet Sauvignon: Medoc and Graves regions
Cabernet Franc: Pomerol and Saint-Emilion
Merlot: Pomerol and Saint-Emilion

I just received a handy little wine book as a gift: "Professional Wine Reference" Love it!

[cape chef]

Well done Missyk