Alsace Classification System Flashcards
cement (7 cards)
1
Q
What is the highest classification level in Alsace?
A
Grand Cru AOC (51 vineyard sites)
2
Q
What makes Alsace Grand Cru wines unique?
A
Must come from a named Grand Cru vineyard and specific noble grapes
3
Q
What are Alsace’s four noble grape varieties?
A
Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat
4
Q
What does “Vendanges Tardives” mean?
A
Late-harvest wine, often rich and slightly sweet
5
Q
What does “Sélection de Grains Nobles” (SGN) mean?
A
Botrytized sweet wine made from noble grapes
6
Q
Is “Alsace AOC” one tier or many?
A
It’s the basic regional AOC for most wines in Alsace
7
Q
What grape is not allowed in Alsace Grand Cru?
A
Sylvaner (with rare exceptions)
