France: Languedoc- Roussillon, Provence, Bandol & Corsica Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the climate & terroir of Languedoc-Roussillon
Climate: Warm Mediterranean on the coast; cooler Maritime influences in the western regions
Soil: Limestone, schist, Gneiss
What are the major white grape varieties of Languedoc-Roussillon
- Picpoul/Piquepol
- Vermentino
- Grenache Blanc
- Chardonnay
- Chenin Blanc
- Roussanne
- Marsanne
What are the major red grape varieties of Languedoc-Roussillon
- Syrah
- Grenache
- Mourvédre
- Cinsault
- Carignan
List the major AOCs of Languedoc-Roussillon
- Languedoc AOC
- Picpoul-de-Pinet AOC
- Minervois AOC
- Corbières AOC
- Crémant de Limoux AOC
- Blanquette de Limous AOC
- Banyuls AOC
- Maury AOC
- Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC
Which AOC in Languedoc-Roussillon produces light to medium-bodied whites from Picpoul Blanc
Picpoul-de-Pinet AOC
Which AOCs in Languedoc-Roussillon produces medium to full bodied inexpensive (Grenache & Carignan) blends
- Minervois AOC
- Corbiéres AOC
Which AOC in Languedoc-Roussillon produces sparkling wine made in the ‘traditional methode’
Crèmant de Limoux AOC
Which AOC in Languedoc-Roussillon produces sparkling wine made from Mauzac that can be made in the ‘ancestral method’
Blanquette de Limoux AOC
Which AOCs in Languedoc-Roussillon produces VDNs (fortified sweet wines)
- Banyuls AOC
- Maury AOC
- Muscat de Rivesaltes
Which two ‘departments’ does Provence cover
- Var
- Bouches du Rhône
What is the climate & terroir of Provence
Climate: Quintessential Mediterrenean
Soil: limestone (west), granite-based crystalline schist & volcanic (east)
What are the major white grape varieties of Provence
- Sémillon
- Rolle
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Clairette
- Ugni Blanc
What are the major red grape varieties of Provence
- Grenache
- Carignan
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Syrah
- Mourvèdre
List the major AOCs of Provence
- Côtes de Provence AOC
- Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC
- Bandol AOC
- Coteaux Varois AOC
- Les Baux-de-Provence AOC
Which AOC in Provence is the largest and produces 89% rosé
Côtes de Provence AOC
Which AOC in Provence produces 35% rosé and is one of the few regions where Cabernet Sauvignon plantings are allowed
Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC
Which AOC in Provence is best known for their red wines and is a Mourvèdre dominant blend
Bandol AOC
Which AOC in Provence was previously a part of Côte de Provence and produces 85% rosé
Coteaux Varois AOC
Which AOC in Provence produces wines that are all blends and no two grape varieties can make up more than 90% of the blend
Les Baux-de-Provence AOC
What is the climate & terroir of Corsica
Climate: Drier and sunnier than any other region in France
Soil: Schist, alluvial, sand (north and east) Limestone (Patrimonio and far south) Granite (west and south)
What are the major red grape varieties in Corsica
- Nielluccio (Sangiovese)
- Sciaccarellu (Mammolo)
- Elegante (Grenache)
What are the major white grspe varieties in Corsica
- Vermentinu (Vermentino)
- Biancu Gentile
- Muscat Blanc
- Muscat Blanc à Petite Grains
List the major AOCs of Corsica
- Patrimonio AOC
- Ajaccio AOC
Which AOC in Corsica is known for being Corica’s first AOC
Patrimonio AOC
