Alsace

Question 1

Alsace was last returned to France after which major conflict?

Answer 1

World War I

Question 2

Premier wines in Alsace usually originate in which department?

Answer 2

Haut-Rhin

Question 3

The ______ mountain range creates a rain shadow effect for Alsace?

Answer 3

Vosges

Question 4

What red grape(s) is permitted for Alsace AOP production?

Answer 4

Pinot Noir

Question 5

What percentage of Alsace’s total production is white wine?

Answer 5

~90%

Question 6

What are the four noble grapes of Alsace?

Answer 6

Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Muscat, Pinot Gris

Question 7

What does Edelzwicker mean?

Answer 7

An inexpensive blended wine

-not necessary to vintage date, list blend, or even use more than one grape

Question 8

What makes Alsatian rieslings different than German rieslings?

Answer 8

Dryness, more alcohol/body

Question 9

What is the minimum potential alcohol for noble varieties bottle Alsace Grand Cru AOP?

Answer 9

Muscat and Riesling = 11%

Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris = 12.5%