Alsace Flashcards
What is the climate of Alsace?
cool to moderate continental
What is the mountain rage in Alsace?
the Vosges
The best vineyards in Alsace are located where and what aspect?
On the steep slopes with east and SE aspect
What is the river located in Alsace?
The Rhine
What is widely practised in Alsace?
Biodynamic and organic viticulture
What is the Alsace term for late harvest? Names some facts:
VT - Vendanges Tardives
Made from only 1 of the 4 noble grapes
Undergone passerillage
What is the Alsace term for late harvest but with a higher sugar level? Facts:
SGN- Selection de Grains Nobles
Made from only 1 of the 4 noble grapesHigher brix than VT usually achieved from noble rot
Not produced every year
What are the classifications of Alsace Grand Cru?
Over 50 vineyards
single noble grape
Label must state: name of vineyard, vintage, and grape
What are the 4 noble grapes of Alsace?
Gewürztraminer
Muscat
Riesling
Pinot Gris
What are blended wines from Alsace called?
Edelzwicker or Gentil
What are the wine characteristics of an Alsatian riesling?
med to full body dry med alcohol high acid citrus stone fruit stony/steely
What are the wine characteristics of an Alsatian gewürztraminer?
Spicy nose lychee roses sweet baking spices full bodied oily texture low to med acid high alcohol gold color
What are the wine characteristics of an Alsatian Pinot Gris?
rich full bodied med acid gold color fresh and dried fruits honeyed
What are the 2 types of Alsatian Muscat?
Muscat Blanc a Petits Grains
Muscat Ottonel
What are the wine characteristics of an Alsatian Muscat?
Very aromatic orange blossom rose grape light to med body low to med acid
