101 Flashcards
1
Q
Winemaking in the Loire dated to atleast the _____.
A
First century
2
Q
Loire wines have always been an important commodity in Parisian cafes, and they were exported via Nantes to England by the _____.
A
11th century
3
Q
The Loire Valley produces more _____ wine than any other French region.
A
White
4
Q
Cabernet Franc is known locally as _____ in the Loire.
A
Breton
5
Q
The distance between Chablis and Sancerre is only ____
A
56 miles
6
Q
Chenin Blanc ripens late and often have notes of:
A
Lanolin, bruised Apple, and chamomile (chenin naturally oxidizes easily)
7
Q
Cremant de Loire AOP is aged a minimum of ____ on the lees.
A
9 months, and aged 12 months before release.
8
Q
The minimum amount of Cab Franc required in Saumur-Champigny is
A
85%
