4. Other traditional method sparkling wines of France Flashcards
1
Q
What does the term Crémant denote?
A
French traditional method sparkling wines made outside Champagne.
2
Q
How many Crémant appellations are there?
A
Eight.
3
Q
What is the maximum juice yield for all Crémant appellations?
A
100 litres per 150 kilos of grapes
4
Q
What is the minimum lees ageing for all Crémant appellations?
A
Nine months
5
Q
What is the minimum maturation between tirages and release for all Crémant appellations?
A
12 months (including the nine on lees).
6
Q
What is the maximum ABV for all Crémant appellations?
A
13%
7
Q
What is the minimum pressure for all Crémant appellations?
A
Four atmospheres
8
Q
Crémant wines must be whole bunch pressed. True or false?
A
True, therefore they must be hand harvested
