French Wine Laws Flashcards
(15 cards)
What year was the INAO created?
1935
What does the INAO regulate?
- Yields
- Vine density
- Training and pruning
- Grape varietals
- Methods of production
- Aging
- Minimum alcohol by volume
- Minimum must weight
- Geographical boundaries
Why are the regulations set by the INAO important?
- Historical associations
- Quality control
- Quality production techniques
True or False: The regulations set by the INAO leave much room for creativity in winemaking.
False
How do these regulations help sommeliers?
They help sommeliers understand what is in the glass and make appropriate alternative recommendations.
What European quality control system is modeled after the AOP system?
AOP (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée)
What were the first two AOCs in France?
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape
- Ruilly
What significant change occurred in 2009 regarding AOC wines?
AOC wines can be labeled with AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protegee).
What is the problem associated with the AOP system?
It has become bloated and no longer represents the best of France.
What does the term AOP represent?
Appellation d’Origine Protegee
Fill in the blank: AOC/AOPs are like nesting dolls, they can _______.
overlap or fit inside one another
What is the designation for wines with more leniency in production?
Vin de Pays (VdP)
What EU designation may Vin de Pays wines be labeled with?
IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée)
What is the lowest quality designation for French wines?
Vin de France
Where are the only AOP regions in France that may varietally label their wines?
Alsace
