VOICED : A touch of the modern for two century old Chateau Margaux

Chateau Margaux, a renowned wine estate in France's Medoc region, has a rich history of producing world-class wines. The estate has undergone significant modernization, including the addition of new fermentation tanks to enhance wine quality. Architect Norman Foster contributed to the estate's design, blending traditional and modern elements. The focus remains on quality over quantity, with a selective production process starting from the harvest. The estate's wines have been praised since the 1780s, and it continues to produce high-quality wines today.

What was the primary reason for adding more fermentation tanks at Chateau Margaux?

• To reduce the number of workers

• To increase wine production

• To experiment with different vine parcels

• To store more wine

Who was the architect responsible for the design of the new facilities at Chateau Margaux?

• Frank Gehry

• Zaha Hadid

• Renzo Piano

• Norman Foster

How has the number of fermentation tanks changed at Chateau Margaux over 25 years?

• Decreased from 100 to 25

• Increased from 25 to 100

• Remained the same

• Increased from 50 to 150

What is the special treatment given to the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes at Chateau Margaux?

• They are machine harvested

• They are fermented in stainless steel tanks

• They are harvested by hand and kept cool

• They are mixed with other grape varieties

Which historical figure praised the wines of Chateau Margaux in the 1780s?

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin