Anjou

Question 1

Where is Anjou?

Answer 1

The Loire Valley, France

Question 2

What are the main grape varieties associated with Anjou?

Answer 2

W: Chenin Blanc
R: Cabernet Franc

Question 3

What style(s) of wine is Anjou known for?

Answer 3

Sweet white, ordinary rosé, dry white and fragrant red wines

Question 4

What was Anjou’s first Grand cru?

Answer 4

Quarts de Chaume
(72 acres and 20 producers)

Question 5

What is the primary grape variety used in Anjou red wines?

Answer 5

Cabernet Franc

Question 6

What is a key characteristic of Anjou white wines?

Answer 6

They are often made from Chenin Blanc and can range from dry to sweet.

Question 7

Which soil type is commonly found in Anjou vineyards?

Answer 7

Limestone and clay soils

Question 8

What is the significance of AOC?

Answer 8

AOC stands for Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée, indicating the region and quality standards for the wines.

Question 9

Which grape variety is primarily used for sweet Anjou wines?

Answer 9

Chenin Blanc

Question 10

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a prominent producer of Anjou wines? (A) Château de Puy, (B) Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, (C) Château Margaux

Answer 10

A) Château de Puy

Question 11

What is the typical climate of the Anjou wine region?

Answer 11

Temperate with a maritime influence

Question 12

What type of wine is Anjou Villages AOC known for?

Answer 12

Powerful, elegant red wines from Cabernet Franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon either individually or as a blend.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Anjou’s climate is influenced by the ______ River.

Answer 13

Loire

Question 14

Which two grape varieties are often blended in Anjou red wines?

Answer 14

Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon

Question 15

What is the term for the method of harvesting grapes used for sweet Anjou wines?

Answer 15

Noble rot or botrytis

Question 16

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Anjou wines? (A) High acidity, (B) Low sugar content, (C) Fruity aromas

Answer 16

B) Low sugar content

Question 17

What are the two main styles of Anjou white wines?

Answer 17

Dry and sweet

Question 18

True or False: Anjou wines are known for their aging potential.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What is the general alcohol content range for Anjou wines?

Answer 19

12% to 14%

Question 20

What is the role of the INAO in relation to Anjou wines?

Answer 20

INAO (Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité) regulates AOC standards.

Question 21

Multiple choice: Which grape variety is not typically associated with Anjou wines? (A) Sauvignon Blanc, (B) Gamay, (C) Merlot

Answer 21

C) Merlot

Question 22

What type of wine style is Anjou’s Coteaux du Layon known for?

Answer 22

Sweet wine

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The Anjou wine region is part of the larger ______ wine region.

Answer 23

Loire

Question 24

Which vineyard practice is common in Anjou to enhance grape quality?

Answer 24

Green harvesting or thinning

Question 25

True or False: Anjou wines must be made from 100% local grape varieties.

Answer 25

False - but there are minimum requirements for each style

Question 26

What is a notable feature of the terroir in Anjou?

Answer 26

Diverse soil types contributing to different wine profiles.

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of the Anjou AOC designation?

Answer 27

To protect the quality and authenticity of the wines produced in the region.

Question 28

What is green harvesting?

Answer 28

The process of removing extra grape bunches from a vine with the aim of balancing leaf area and fruit weight for better ripeness in the crop.

Question 29

What is the minimum percentage of Chenin Blanc in an Anjou still white wine?

Answer 29

80%

Question 30

True or False: The minimum requirement for an Anjou still red wine is 70% Cabernet Franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon.

Answer 30

True - either blended or individually.