Languedoc Pt 9 - VDNs Flashcards
What is the only grape used in Vin Doux Naturels?
Muscat a petits Grains Blanc>
How are the VDNs of Languedoc made?
Grapes must be hand harvested and wine made in a reductive manner.
Is irrigation permitted in the VDN AOCs of Languedoc?
No
Which Languedoc VDN AOC has a higher RS level than the others?
Saint-Jean-de-Minervois AOC. It has 12.5% RS compared to 11% for the others.
What is the minimum ABV for Languedoc VDNs?
15%
When was each VDN AOC awarded in Languedoc
Muscat de Lunel - 1943;
Muscat de Miraval - 1959;
Muscat de Frontignan - 1936;
Muscat de Saint-Jean-de-Minervois - 1949
Which is the most easterly VDN AOC in Languedoc?
Muscat de Lunel. Situated between Montpellier and Nimes.
What is the climate and soils of Muscat de Lunel?
Mediterranean. Soils are rocky with many galets.
When are grapes harvested in Lunel AOC?
Because of the sun and heat reflection they are harvested early in mid-August.
What is the character of Muscat de Lunel VDN?
They are full-bodied.
Where is Muscat de Mireval AOC located?
It borders the Mediterranean.
How is the summer heat mitigated in Mireval AOC?
By sea breezes.
What is the soil of Mireval?
Clay and limestone with galets.
Which commune is shared by Mireval and Frontignan?
Vic-la-Gardiole. They can choose either AOC to use on their label?
Which is the oldest and largest Muscat VDN in Languedoc?
Frontignan AOC.
