Provence Pt 6 - AOC Aix-en-Provence and Varois-en-Provence Flashcards
Which is the second largest Provencal AOC?
Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence (CdAP) AOC.
When was CdAP AOC awarded? styles? Grapes?
Awarded in 1985 for dry white, rose and red.
White: Vermentino;
Red: Cinsault, Counoise, Grenache, Mourvedre
What is the size of CdAP AOC?
49 communes;
10,600 acres/4,300 ha.
Where is CdAP AOC located?
In the western/northwestern portion of the region.
Where are the vineyards of CdAP AOC located?
In the sedimentary basins adjacent to a series of small ranges running parallel to the coast.
Which weather factor impacts the vineyards of CdAP AOC?
The Mistral heavily influences the AOC.
What are the blend requirements in white CdAP AOC?
White two varieties. Vermentino dominant
What are the blend requirements in red and rose CdAP AOC?
Mainly backbone of GSM with Counoise and Cinsault as partners.
What % of CdAP AOC is rose wine?
85%
When was Coteaux Varois en Provence (CVP) AOC awarded? styles? Grapes?
Awarded in 1993 for dry white, rose and red.
White: (P) Vermentino, Clairette, Ugni Blanc,Semillon, Grenache Blanc;
Red: (P) Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre
Where is CVP AOC located?
In the central area of Provence. Bordered on the west by Saint Victoire and by the CdP on the east.
What is the local climate of CVP AOC?
The area is sheltered by limestone hills and mountains. It experiences some comtinental and alpine influence in its northern part.
How much of CVP AOC production is Rose wine?
93%
What is the elevation and soils of CVP AOC vineyards?
350-500 mtrs high with chalky clay soils.
What is the character of CVP AOC wines?
Due to the high elevation the wines display fresh acidity with more reserved fruit character than other Provencal roses.
