Alsace, Jura, Savoie - Certified Sommelier Exam

Question 1

When did Alsace reach AOC status?

Answer 1

1962 - was the last major French area to do so

Question 2

What are the 4 noble grapes of Alsace

Answer 2

Pinot Gris
Gewurztraminer
Riesling
Muscat

Will also find Sylvaner, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Chasselas

Question 3

T or F: All varietally labeled Alsace AOP wines are 80% of printed grape

Answer 3

False - Alsace AOP requires 100% of printed grapes for varietal label

Question 4

What are the requirements for Grand Cru Alsace AOP wine?

Answer 4

usually single varietal
hand harvest
min sugar at harvest higer than AOP
yield more restricted
min alch 11% riesling & muscat
min alch 12.5 Pinot Gris & Gewurz

Question 5

What is a late-harvest wine of Alsace

Answer 5

Vendages Tardives
and
Selections de Grains Nobles

Question 6

What grapes go into the Sparkling WIne of Alsace

Answer 6

Pinot Noir may contribute to the Crémant d’Alsace AOP blend, although Pinot Blanc is the workhorse for these sparkling wines. Crémant d’Alsace is the only appellation in the region to allow Chardonnay; Riesling, Pinot Gris and Auxerrois are also authorized.