Provence Pt 2 - Geology, Topography and soils. Flashcards
Why is viticulture less widespread in the east of Provence?
The mountainous topography and population pressure.
Which two mountains are found in the east of Provence?
Massif de l’Esterel and Massif des Maures.
What is the rock composition of Massif de l’Esterel?
Volcanic surrounded by sandstone
What is the rock composition of Massif des Mauresl?
Granite, gneiss and schist.
What is the rock composition of the mountains other than those in the east of Provence?
Limestone
Where are large numbers of the vineyards to be found in Provence?
Coming down to the Mediterranean Sea where the sea cools and refreshes the vines and mitigates intense summer heat.
What is teh anme of the flat lands of the Rhone Delta?
The Camargue salt marsh with no vines.
Where are the Maritime Alps found?
Along the border with Italy.
Where are the Massif de l’Esterel found?
A small chain of volcanic mountains between Frejus and Cannes. 600m height.
Where are the Massif des Maures found?
Coastal range between Hyeres and Frejus. 780 m in height.
Where is the Saint-Baume mountain found?
Range stretching form Marseilles to Toulon. Peaks at 1,147 mtrs high.
Where are the Massif des Calanques found?
Runs along the cast from Marseille to Cassis. Series of deep crevices which form coastal inlets. Up to 565 mtrs high
Which is the most famous mountain in Provence?
Mont Saint-Victoire. It was painted by Cezanne. It lies east of Aix-en-Provence. Elevation of 1011 mtrs.
Where are Les Alpilles located?
A chain of low mountains south of Avignon. Runs 15 mls east-west and 3 mls north-south. Height up to 381 mtrs.
Where is Mont Ventoux located?
NE of Avignon. It’s vineyards belong to Rhone Valley Ventoux AOC. Height up to 1912 mtrs.
