Anjou-Saumur Flashcards
What are the two most planted grape varieties in Anjou-Saumur?
- Cabernet Franc
- Chenin Blanc
Name the most used rootstocks in Anjou-Saumur and what they help offset
- Fercal
- Riparia Gloire de Montpellier
They are used to offset the high amounts of lime found in the soils
What is the local name for Chenin Blanc in Anjou?
Pineau de la Loire
What percentage of the wines from Anjou are rose?
45%
What do Chenin Blanc and Zinfandel have in common?
They both ripen unevenly
Give the labeling requirements for Anjou Blanc and Anjou Rouge
Blanc: 80% Chenin Blanc with max 20% Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
Rouge: 70% Cab Franc and/or Cab Sauv with max. 30% combined Pineau d’Aunis and Grolleau
What styles of wine are made under the Anjou-Village AOP?
Red wines made from Exclusively Cab Franc and Cab Sauv, either as a blend or individually
Can a producer in Anjou label their wines as Saumur?
No, but wines from Saumur can be labeled under Anjou
Coteaux du Layon is known for producing what styles of wine?
Sweet styles of Chenin Blanc
What is another option for producers in the Coteaux du Layon is noble rot fails to develop on the grapes?
They can let the grapes dry out on the vines
Are SGN wines from Coteaux du Layon allowed to be made from grapes that dried on the vine?
No. Just like in Alsace, SGN wines must be made from botrytis afflicted grapes
What are the two AOPs in the Coteaux du Layon that have a high reputation for producing sweet wines?
- Bonnezeaux
- Quarts de Chaume
When did Quarts de Chaume become the Loire Valley’s first Grand Cru
2019
Name the Premier Cru appellation found in Coteaux du Layon?
Coteaux du Layon - Chaume
What is the soil type of Savennières?
Rocky Schist Soils
