Alsace Flashcards
1
Q
Most distinctive grape
A
Gewurztraminer
2
Q
4 noble grapes
A
Riesling
Pinot Gris
Muscat
Gewurztraminer
3
Q
Typical alcohol content
A
11-12%
4
Q
Most planted grape
A
Riesling
5
Q
Alsace grapes are similar to those of
A
Germany
6
Q
Region Gewurztraminer is found most
A
Alsace
7
Q
Most common red grape grown
A
Pinot Noir
8
Q
% of wines that are totally dry
A
90%
9
Q
Predominant wine type
A
Mostly white
10
Q
% of AOC wines
A
100%
**represents 20% of ALL AOC wines in France
11
Q
Before 1919 Alsace was part of ______
A
Germany
12
Q
Difference between German and Alsace rieslings
A
Alsace’s are generally more dry
13
Q
2 major grapes
A
Riesling
Gewurztraminer
14
Q
Region in France known for its fruit brandy “eaux-de-vie”
A
Alsace
15
Q
Climate-wise, the region is one of the _______ in France
A
Driest
