Bourgogne AOCs

Question 1

Bourgogne AOC

Answer 1

Wine styles: Dry White, Rose, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P]Pinot Noir [S]Gamay (Beaujolais Crus), Cesar (in Yonne)

White regional Bourgogne is normally 100% Chardonnay and red regional is usually 100% Pinot Noir; however, both can include other varieties such as Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Red Bourgogne wines could also contain Gamay from the Beaujolais Crus, or those from the departement of Yonne could contain Cesar.

Bourgogne Rose, sometimes labeled as Clairet, is normally Pinot Noir, but as with reds, they could also include other varieties. Wines that are 85% or more Gamay must be labeled as Bourgogne Gamay. The Gamay must be sourced from the area of the Beaujolais Crus.

There are 13 DGCs of Bourgogne AOC, which were formally counted as AOCs. Each represents a more defined area within the Bourgogne AOC - some quite large, some quite small. Most make white, rose and red wines, but there a few exceptions.

The DGCs are: Chitry, Cote Chalonnaise, Cotes d’Auxerre, Cote d’Or, Cotes du Couchois, Cote Saint-Jacques, Coulanges-la-Vineuse, Epineuil, Hautes Cotes de Beane, Hautes Cotes de Nuits, La Chapelle Notre-Dame, Montrecul/Montry-Cul/En Montru-Cul and Tonnerre.

Question 2

Coteaux Bourguignons AOC

Answer 2

Wine styles: Dry White, Rose, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Aligote, Melon
Rose/Gris: [P]Pinot Gris
Red: [P]Gamay, Pinot Noir, Cesar (in Yonne)

Coteaux Bourguignons, formerly called Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire, it the most general of the regional AOCs. Under this appellation, white wines can be made from Gamay and/or Pinot Noir or, in Yonne, Cesar. Rose wines, also caalled Clairet, use the same primary grapes as reds with the addition of Pinot Gris. Sacy and Tressot may be incorporated if th vines were planted prior to 2009.

Question 3

Macon AOC

Answer 3

Wine styles: Dry White, Rose, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay
Red: [P]Gamay, Pinot Noir

Macon whites are 100% Chardonnay; reds and roses can be made from the Pinot Noir and Gamay. There are also DGCs which have the right to append their name to Macon on the label; 26 for white wines and 20 for reds and roses. Any Macon DGC wine must use only Chardonnay or Gamay, not Pinot Noir. Wine labeled Macon-Villages are white only.

Question 4

Cremant de Bourgogne AOC

Answer 4

Wine styles: Sparkling White, Sparkling Rose

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Aligote, Melon, Sacy
Rose/Gris: [P]Pinot Gris
Red: [P]Pinot Noir, Gamay

Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir are the grapes most used in Cremant de Bourgogne. The style is so popular that 2 premium styles are now available: Eminent and Grand Eminent.

Question 5

Bourgogne Mousseux AOC

Answer 5

Wine styles: Sparkling Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [S] Chardonnary, Pinot Blanc, Aligote, Melon
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Gamay, Pinot Noir, Cesar (in Yonne)

Bourgogne Mousseux is a traditional-mthod sparkling red wine primarily from Gamay and/or Pinot Noir. In Yonne, Cesar may also be used. The wine must age 9 months on the lees and it must be at least 3.5 atms.

Question 6

Bourgogne Aligote

Answer 6

Wine styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Aligote

Wines from this appellation are 100% Aligote

Question 7

Bourgogne Passe-Tout-Grains AOC

Answer 7

Wine styles: Rose, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [S] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P]Gamay, Pinot Noir

Passe-Tout-Grains must be at least 30% Pinot Noir and at least 15% Gamay. The other varieties can be used if they are in a field blend.

Question 8

Chablis Grand Cru OC

Answer 8

Wine styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay

There are 7 climats ocated on one southwest facing slope. They share a single hillside and, for this reason, are considered one Grand Cru. The soil is Kimmeridgean marl.

The 7 Grand Cru climats are: Blanchot, Bougros, Les Clos, Grenouilles, Preuses, Valmur and Vaudesir.

Question 9

Chablis AOC

Answer 9

Wine styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnry
(17 Umbrella Premier Crus, 40 Premier Crus in total)

Some Chablis vineyards are located on slopes, some are located on the plains, but all cluster around the village of Chablis. Expansion into the plains occurred in the 1980s in response to market demand for more white wine. Although, as a general rule, the poor thiin soils of the slopes produce wines of more character, good Chablis can be made by a skillful producer using fruit grown on the plains.

Chablis Premier Cru: 40 Premier Cru climates have been grouped under 17 “umbrella” Premier Crus which have achieved higher mmarket visibility. The Premier Crus can choose to use their own climate name on the label or that of the umbrella climat. All are spready along both banks of the Serein River; i.e. the vineyards are all located on the slopes in relatively close to proximity to the river. The soil is Kimmeridgean marl.

Question 10

Petit Chablis AOC

Answer 10

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay

Petit Chablis vineyrds tend to be situated either on Portlandian soils towards the hilltops or on less propitiously sited vineyard land away from the principal slopes and valleys of the appellation.

Question 11

Saint Bris AOC

Answer 11

Wine Styles:Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Sauvignon Blanc
Rose/Gris: [P]Sauvignon Gris

Sauvignon Blanc/Gris has been growing here since the mid - 1800s. Those first vines possibly came from Sancerre, which is only 120km away. Soils consists of both Kimmeridgean and Portlandian marls.

Question 12

Irancy AOC

Answer 12

Wine Styles: Red

Grape Varieties:
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P]Pinot Noir [S] Cesar

Irancy is made from Pinot Noir and can optionally include small amounts of Cesar and/or Pinot Gris, but as of 2019, there were only 5ha of Cesar planted here. Soils are Kimmeridgean marls.

Question 13

Vezelay AOC

Answer 13

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay

Vezelay makes white from Chardonnay. In the 1960s, there were only a few hectares planted, but there has been a renaissance over the past decades due to some dedicated winemakers who see a bright future for this growing area. the terrior is clay and limestone. Grapes have been planted here since Roman times.

Question 14

Cote de Nuits Appellations

Answer 14

The grapes authorized for the village AOCs of the Cote de Nuits are very similar. White varieties are considered primary in appellations authorized to make white wines; otherwise, they are considered secondary. Unless stated otherwise, they are:

White: [P or S] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir

Question 15

Marsanny AOC

Answer 15

Wine Styles: Dry White, Rose, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [P] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir
(0 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

Marsannay is known for its production of delicate and fruity rose, which can be made from Pinot Gris and/or Pinot Noir. The novel idea of making rose came post-phylloxera and met with immediate success. This helped to revive the local wine industry at a critiical time.

Question 16

Fixin AOC

Answer 16

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(6 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Production here is mostly red. Up until the end of the 17th century, the wines of Fixin were more highly regarded than those of Gevrey. The vineyards are protected from hail due to a forested windbreak on the western ridgeline.

Question 17

Gevrey-Chambertin AOC

Answer 17

Wine Styles:Red
(26 Premiers Crus, 9 Grands Crus)
Gevrey-Chambertin is the largest village appellation in the Cote d’Or, with more Grands Crus than any other. Although 20% of its vineyards are classified as Premiers Crus, quality depends on the producer.

The Villge is best known for 9 Grands Crus:
Chambertin
Chambertin-Close de Beze
Chapelle-Chambertin
Charmes-Chambertin
Mazoyerees-Chambertin
Griotte-Chambertin
Latricieres-Chambertin

Chambertin was reputed to be Napolean’s favorite wine, and its fame was such that Gevrey petitioned to add the vineyard name to that of the village in 1847, thus Gevrey became Gevrey-Chambertin

Question 18

Morey-Saint-Denis AOC

Answer 18

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Aligote (in climat Monts Luisants)
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir
(20 Premiers Crus, 5 Grands Crus, 1 shared with Chambolle-Musigny)

Piror to the establishment of the AOC system, Morey-Saint-Denis was relatively unknown, as its wines were maketed as Gevrey-Chambertin or Chambolle-Musigny. Nonetheless, quality waas such that modern Pinot Noir Clones (113,114,115,667,777,778) were developed from stock taken from the Clos de la Roche vineyard.

The 5 Grands Crus are:
Clos de la Roche
Clos Saint-Denis
Clos des Lambreys
Close de Tart
Bonnes-Mares (shared with Chambolle-Musigny)

Question 19

Chambole-Musigny AOC

Answer 19

Wine Styles: Red
(24 Premiers Crus, 2 Grands Crus, 1 shared with Morey-Saint-Denis)

Many believe that Chambolle-Musigny produces the Cote de Nuit’s most delicate wines. They are often described as “silk and lace” There are 2 Grand Cru vineyards here: Bonnes-Mares (shared with Morey-Saint-Denis) and Musigny. Musigny is one of the only two Grands Crus permitted to produce both red and white wine; the other is Corton

Question 20

Vougeot AOC

Answer 20

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(4 Premiers Crus, 1 Grand Cru)

This village represents the smallest wine commune in the Cote d’Or, but the largest Grand Cru. Vougeot produces red wines almost exclusively, and 3/4 of its production is from its single Grand Cru, Clos de Vougeot. This is the only Grand Cru in the Cote d’Or that rests at the bottom of the slape. The Chateau du Clos de Vougeot is a national monument and home to Bourgogne’s promotional organization, La Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin.

Question 21

Vosen-Romanee AOC

Answer 21

Wine Styles: Red
(14 Premiers Crus, 8 Grands Crus)

Allen Meadows, the Burghound, refers to Vosnew-Romanee as “the pearl of the Cote.” Its wines combine an intensity of flavor with refinement, as in “an iron fist in a velvet glove.”

8 of the most prestigous Grands Crus are located here:
La Romanee*
Romanee-Conti*
Romanee-Saint-Vivant
Richebourg
La Tache*
Echezeaux
Grands-Echezeaux
La Grande Rue*
Most are small, and half (marked with *) are monopoles.

Question 22

Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC

Answer 22

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(41 Premier Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

Nuits-Saint-Georges is the 2nd largest commune in the Cote de Nuits. Premier Cru vineyards account for over 45% of this area’s production, and many consider its flaghship Premier Cru vineyard, Saint-Georges, to be Grand Cru-worthy. Nuits-Saint-Georges serves as a center for wine shippers, brokers, negociants, cooperagees and cremant producers.

Question 23

Cote de Nuits-Village AOC

Answer 23

The appellation of Cote de Nuits-Village is shared by 5 villages: Fixin and Brochon in the north and Premeaux, Comblanchien and Corgoloin in the south. Cote de Nuits-Villages produces mostly red wines. Depending upon where the majority of the fruit is sourcedd, Cote de Nuits-Villages can be firmly structured with chalky tannins and bracing acidity (north) or soft upon the palate with a rich amalgamation of spice and earth (south).

Question 24

Cote de beaune Appellations

Answer 24

Similar to the Cote de Nuits, all the Cote ded Beaune village AOCs use the same grapes. In general, white varieties are considered primary in appellations authorized to make white wines; otherwise, they are considered secondary.

The authorized grapes are:
White: [P or S] Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir

Question 25

Ladoix AOC

Answer 25

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(11 Premiers Crus, 2 Grands Crus shared with Aloxe-Corton and Pernan-Vergelesses)

The village of Ladoix-Serrigny is entitled to the Ladoix AOC but bottles most of its wine as Cote de Beaune-Village. A quarter of Ladoix-Serrigny’s vineyard area lies within the Grand Cru appellation of Corton, and a small portion lies within Grand Cru Corton-Charlemagne; these wines are so bottled.

Question 26

Aloxe-Corton AOC

Answer 26

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(14 Premiers Crus, 3 Grands Crus shared with Ladoix-Serrigny and Persnand-Vergelesses)

A large portion of the commune (73%) belongs to the Grand Cru Appellations of Corton and Corton-Charlemagne. Village-level wine from Aloxe-Corton is more widely known (and more expensive) than that from Ladoix or Pernand-Vergeless.

Question 27

Pernand-Vergeless AOC

Answer 27

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(8 Premiers Crus, 3 Grands Crus shared with Ladoix-Serrigny and Aloxe-Corton)

A Significaant portion of Pernand-Vergelesses’ vineyards lie on the southwestern slope of the Corton hill. At the village level, both reds and whites are often overlooked and offer excellent valur.

Question 28

Chorey-les-Beaune AOC

Answer 28

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(0 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Althugh this appellation lies mostly on the flat plains just north of the town of Beaune, its potential was boosted by a top-dressing of alluvial limestone scree deposited by the Rhoin River in ancient times. More than half of its production is bottled as Cote de Beaune-Villages. Locally, these wines are quite popular because of their affordability and easy-drinking style.

Question 29

Savigny-les-Beaunes AOC

Answer 29

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(22 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

The vineyard of Savigny-les-Beaune are bisected by the Rhoin River and produce two different styles of wine based on aspect. Red wines from south-facing slopes on Mont Battois are structured and generous, whereas wines from north-facing slopes on the Bois de Noel are finer and more elegant. Most of Savigny-les-Beaune’s production is red, and most vineyards, including 12 of the Premiers Crus, lie on the Bois de Noel.

Question 30

Beaune AOC

Answer 30

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(42 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

Beaune is the largest commercial center in Bourgogne. It is home to the Hospices de Beaune and many major negociants including Jadot, Latour, Drouhin and Bouchard. Their cellars lie under the city streets. Wine production is mostly red, and nearly 75% is Premier Cru level. most of the vineyards, including all 43 Premiers Crus, are found on a large, contiguous, southeast-facing slope just to the west of the town.

Question 31

Cote de Beaune AOC

Answer 31

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(0 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Cote de Beaune AOC is an appellation found in the higher-altitude vineyards around Beaune. its small production is evenly split between red and white. This appellation is not to be confused with Cote de Beaune-Villages.

Question 32

Pommard AOC

Answer 32

Wine Styles: Red
(28 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

Pommard’s terroir is unique in that there is a high concentration of clay and active limestone (high lime content)., In combination, the two improve soil structure and drainage and give the vvine more access to nutrients. This is unique within the Cote de Beaune but similar to the soil dynamics of the Cote de Nuits and translates into powerful, robust bottlings.

Question 33

Volnay AOC

Answer 33

Wine Styles: Red
(29 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Volany reds are characterized by a soft, supple mouthfeel - characteristics touted since antiquity. In fact, there are more ancient descriptions of Volnay than of any other wine from Bourgogne. In the 1300s, thanks to the commercial network of the Knights of Malta, a military-religious order, it became the most famous and sought-after wine from Bourgogne. Strangely enough, this reputation was built hen its vineyards were planted to Pinot Gris! 60% of the area under production is ranked Premiers Crus.

Question 34

Monthelie AOC

Answer 34

Wine Style: Dry White, Red
(15 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)

This small village appellation is nearly surrounded by Volnay, Meursault and Saint-Romain. It occupies prime real-estate but has historically been overlooked due to the fact that it was largely planted to Gamay during the 19th century. its production is primarily red.

Question 35

Saint-Romain AOC

Answer 35

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(0 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Saint-Romain is the smalest wine-producing village of the Cote de Beaune; approximately 2/3 of its wines are white. The vineyards are set back in a side valley away from the main Cote at high elevatino with no open exposre to the east or south. As a result, the whites stand out for their piercing acidity and are reminiscent of a young Chablis.

Question 36

Auxey-Duresses AOC

Answer 36

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(9 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Similar to Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses is located away from the main Cote. Entering the village affords the visitor one of the most beautiful panoramas of east-facing vineyards in all of Bourgogne. The village’s lack of fame can be attributed to the fact that, prior to the AOC system, most of its wines were bottled as Volnay, Pommard or Meursault. production is 2/3 Red. Its whites are similar but lighter than Meaursault.

Question 37

Saint-Aubin AOC

Answer 37

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(30 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Saint-Aubin’s production is approximately 80% white. The vineyards lie on the back slope of the montrachet hill and share some of the same soils. This secret is out. Over the past 40 years wine production here has increased over 600% and prices have climbed. Approximately 75% of its vineyards are ranked as Premiers Crus.

Question 38

Meursault AOC

Answer 38

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(19 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)
Meursault is the largest wine-producing village in the Cote d’Or with oever 120 producers in residence. The appellation lies at the center of a broad coomb to the southeast of Auxey-Duresses. The vast majority (96.5%) of Meursault’s total production is white, and over 1/4 is ranked Premier Crus. Its strength lies in its palate-appealing nature. Wine writer Mett Kramer wrote, “If gold were a flavor, it would taste like Meursault.”

Question 39

Puligny-Montrachet AOC

Answer 39

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(17 Premiers Crus, 4 Grands Crus, 2 shared with Chassagne-Montrachet)

There are very few cellars in Puligny-Montrachat. The water table is too high to dig them! The village’s claim to fame is its possession of the majority of the Montrachet hill and that fact that it boasts more whire wine Grand Crus than any other village in Bourgogne. Less than 1ha of Pinot Noir is in the ground.

The Grands Crus produced here are:
Montrachet*
Batard-Montrachat*
Chevalier-Montrachet
Bienvenus-Batard-Montrachet
* is are share with Chassagne-Montrachet

Question 40

Chassagne-Montrachet

Answer 40

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
(55 Premiers Crus, 3 Grands Crus, 2 shared with Puligny-Montrachet)

Red wines have always been important in Chassagne-Montrachet and have often been compared to those of Nuits-Saint-Georges, but it is the whites of this village that have earned the most acclaim. This fame led to an expansion of Chardonnay plantings within the appellation in the 20th century. Current production is approximately 2/3 white and 1/3 red.

This village produces three Grands Crus:
Montrachet*
Batard-Montrachet*
Criots-Batard-Montrachat
* is shared with Puligny-Montrachet

Question 41

Blagny AOC

Answer 41

Wine Styles: Red
(7 Premiers Crus, 0 Grand Crus)
Blagny straddles both Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet. Its red wines are marketed as Blagny, whereas its whites are labeled as Meursault-Blagny, Meursault or Puligny-Montrachet depending on where the grapes are grown.

Question 42

Santenay AOC

Answer 42

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red
Santenay lies on the banks of Dheune River and the Canal du Centre (which connects the Saone River to the Loire River). This area is known for its thermal springs, which have been enjoyed since Roman times. The more fertile soils lend themselves to red wine production; yields are curtailed by employing the cordon pruning method.

Question 43

Maranges AOC

Answer 43

Wine Style: Dry White, Red
(7 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

Maranges is the southernmost appellation in the Cote de Beaune and consists of 3 villages. It is almost entirely red, and its whites do not allow Pinot Blanc. Reds and whites are soft and supple, and both offer fine value.

Question 44

Cote de Beaune-Villages AOC

Answer 44

Wine Style: Red
(0 Premiers Crus, 0 Grands Crus)

All village appellations have the option of labelling their wines as Cote de Beaune-Villages except for:

Beaune
Aloxe-Corton
Pommard
Volnay

Cote de Beaune-Villages wines are exclusively red.

Question 45

Bouzeron AOC

Answer 45

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P]Aligote
(0 Premiers Crus)

Bouzeron lies in a secluded valley. Its cool expositions and shallow soils seem well suited to Aligote, a grape that has for centuries successfully ripened on Bouzeron’s many north-facing slopes.

Question 46

Rully AOC

Answer 46

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir
(23 Premiers Crus)

This village produces over twice as much Cremant de Bourgogne as still red and white wine combined! (Still wine productiono is 2/3 white and 1/3 red.) The first methode traditionnelle produced in Bourgogne was made here in 1822. Since then, cremant and mousseux have been the mainstay of the local wine industry.

Question 47

Mercurey AOC

Answer 47

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir
(32 Premiers Crus)

Mercurey takes its name from the Roman god of trade and commerce. It is the largest town in the Cote Chalonnaise and boasts the highest production; most of it is red. Even with 32 Prmiers Crus, 75% of production is at the village level. The wines are plentiful, competitively priced and robust. For this reason, many negociants have vineyards here.

Question 48

Givry AOC

Answer 48

Wine Styles: Dry White, Red

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay [S] Pinot Blanc
Rose/Gris: [S] Pinot Gris
Red: [P] Pinot Noir
(38 Premiers Crus)

Prior to phylloxera, the wines of Givry were some of the most sought after in Bourgogne, largely due to its long history of royal patronage. Replanting post-phylloxera was slow, but the appellation has finally recovered its piror dynamism. Production is predominantly red.

Question 49

Montagny AOC

Answer 49

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay
(49 Premiers Crus)

Although Pinot Noir and Gamay were extensively planted here until the 1950s, the appellation was better known for its white wines. Today, Montagny only produces white wines. 65% of its total production is carried out by the Cave des Vignerons de Buxy, one of the first co-operatives to pay for grapes based upon quality vs quantity.

Question 50

Pouilly-Fuisse AOC

Answer 50

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay
(22 Premiers Crus)

Pouilly-Fuisse, the vinous flagship of the Maconnais, lies within a topographical bowl rimmed by 3 bioherms, reef-like composites of starfish limestine. These bioherems are the Rock of Solutre, Rock of Vergisson and the Mont de Pouilly. Soils here are very similar to those found in the Cote d’Or. These are powerful wines, many of them oaked.

22 climats are ranked as Premiers Crus. They are located in the 4 communes of:

Chantre
Fuisse
Solutre-Pouilly
Vergisson

The combined number of hactares for these Premiers Crus represents 24% of the appellation.

Question 51

Pouilly-Loche AOC

Answer 51

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay

Question 52

Pouilly-Vinzelles AOC

Answer 52

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay

The neighboring AOCs of Pouilly-Vinzelles and Pouilly-Loche are now capaitalizing on their terroirs and the Pouilly name. Most of the production of both appellations (approxiately 80%) is made at the Vinzelles co-operative.

Question 53

Saint-Veran AOC

Answer 53

Wine Styles: Dry White

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay

Saint-Veran, once a part of Beaujolais and sold as Beaujolais Blanc was incorporated into the Maconnais in 1971. It consists of 8 communes, including the commune of Saint-Verand, which lie in 2 non-contigious growing areas separated by the appellation of Pouilly-Fuisse.

Question 54

Vire-Clesse AOC

Answer 54

Wine Styles: Dry White, Semi-Sweet White

Minimum Sweet: Semi-Sweet White between 0.4% - 1.8% (4 -18 g/l)

Grape Varieties:
White: [P] Chardonnay

Vire-Clesse, the newest of the Maconnais AOCs, is located between the towns of Vire and Clesse, 14.5 km north of the town of Macon. It is formed from 2 Macon-Villages communes that make a similar style of wine. A small amount of late-harvest, semi-sweet wine is produce here.

It is labeled as
demi-sec if RS is 0.4-0.8 (4-8 g/l).
Levroute if RS is 0.8-1.8% (8-18 g/l).