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The percentage of Champagne exports that rosé Champagne accounts for. Richer and fuller-bodied than goldens, rosé Champagnes are often considered the crème de la crème of the region. They are usually significantly more expensive than golden Champagnes, a reflection of the fact that they are more difficult to make.

Red Bordeaux wines are usually _____and _____than Burgundies, and they are also usually ____.

A. Darker, more tannic, more acidic

B. Lighter in body, less tannic, lower in alcohol

C. Darker, fuller in body, more tannic

D. Darker, sweeter, more bitter

Red Bordeaux wines are made principally from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot—all of which have more color pigments in their skins than does Pinot Noir (the red grape of Burgundy). And while alcohol levels in Burgundy have been climbing compared to past years, most Bordeaux is still slightly fuller in body. Finally, all three red Bordeaux grapes are also more tannic than Pinot Noir. And finally, while the alcohol levels in Burgundy have been climbing compared to years past, most Bordeaux is still slightly higher in alcohol.

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