France- Anjou Saumur Flashcards
1
Q
Under what AOP a producer in Coteaux de l’Aubance would release red wine
A
Anjou Villages Brissac AOP
2
Q
What appellation in Anjou Saumur produce dry Chenin Blanc
A
- Savennieres
- Coulee de Serrant
- Roche aux Moines
3
Q
What appellations in Anjou Saumur produce red wines exclusively
A
- Anjou Villages
- Anjou Villages Brissac
- Saumur Champigny
4
Q
Leading producers in Bonnezeaux
A
- Chateau de Fesles
5
Q
Leading producers in Quarts de Chaume
A
- Domaine des Baumards
- Chateau Pierre-Bise
6
Q
What are the two main distinct soil types of Anjou Saumur
A
- Western part is dominated by Granit and Schist- continuation of the soils of Brittany
- Eastern part is dominated by soft limestone (touffeau) resembling the soils of the neighboring Touraine
7
Q
What styles of wine are produced in Saumur Poitou?
Grapes?
A
- White- based on Sauvignon Blanc and Gris
- Rose- Cabernet Franc 40% min
- Red- Cabernet Franc 60% min
8
Q
What AOPs in Anjou Saumur produce dessert wines exclusively
A
- Coteaux du Layon
- Quarts de Chaume
- Bonnezeaux
- Coteaux de l’Aubance
- Coteaux du Saumur
- Anjou Coteaux de la Loire
9
Q
When did Coulee de Serrant and Roche aux Moines were elevated to AOPs?
A
2011
10
Q
What AOPs in Anjou Saumur produce rose wines exclusively? What are the differences?
A
- Cabernet d’Anjou- Based on CF and CS
- Rose d’Anjou- Based on Grolleau
11
Q
Minimum must weight for Quarts de Chaume
A
298g/l
