Languedoc AOCs Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of Minervois?
A
Suppler than Corbieres. Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache.
2
Q
What are the characteristics of Corbieres?
A
Dense, herby wines. Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Lladoner Pelut, with Carignan (no more than 50%).
3
Q
What are the characteristics of Fitou?
A
Carignan and Grenache to make up 60% of the blend, minimum 10% Syrah and/or Mourvèdre.
4
Q
What are the characteristics of Saint Chinian?
A
Maximum 30% Carignan with Syrah, Grenache, Lladoner Pelut and Mourvèdre.
5
Q
What are the charactersitics of Faugeres?
A
Big southern reds with spice and rusticity.
6
Q
What are the characteristics of Maury?
A
Based on Grenache, supported by Carignan, Syrah and Mourvèdre.
