Alsace Flashcards
1
Q
Alsace location
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northeast corner of France
2
Q
The Vosges Mountains & Rhine River
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Cool/Cold Climate, Driest in France, Sunny dry growing season
3
Q
Three appellations in Alsace
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Alsace AC
Alsace Grand Cru
Cremant d’Alsace
4
Q
Edelzwicker (noble blend)
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any combination of riesling, gewurztraminer, muscat, pinot gris, pinot blanc and/or chasselas
5
Q
51 Alsace Grand Cru Vineyards
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only 4 (now 5) grapes are allowed Riesling Muscat Pinot Gris Gewurztraminer Sylvaner (only for Zotzenberg, effect 2006)
6
Q
Vendange Tardive
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produced from late-harvested grapes, which may or may not be affected by botrytis (these wines can be made into a dry style as well)
7
Q
Selection de Grains Nobles
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a sweet, Sauternes-style botrytized wine
8
Q
Which is harvested first Vendange Tardive or Selection de Grains Nobles?
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Selection de Grains Nobles
