C14 - The Dordogne And South West France /checked Flashcards
What is the wine growing area to the east of Entre-Deux-Mers?
The Dordogne
What is the climate like in the Dordogne?
Similar to that of Bordeaux, though with less moderation from the ocean
What is the major AOC within the Dordogne? (2)
- Bergerac
2. Monbazillac
What wines are made in Bergerac?
Red and whites from the same varieties as Bordeaux
What kind of wines are made in Monbazillac?
Good value botrytised sweet wines from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc
What are the main appellations composing South West France?
- Cahors
- Côtes de Gascogne
- Madiran
- Jurançon
Where is Cahors?
To the east of Bordeaux on either side of the River Lot
What’s the historical name for wines from Cahors?
What style were they
Black Wines
Very tannic and long-lived
What are the 3 broad land-types in Cahors that give rise to the differing modern styles?
- The fertile valley bottom
- The poorer soils of the slopes
- The plateau above
What’s the most important grape varieties in Cahors?
in order
- Malbec
- Merlot
- Tannat
Describe Cahors Malbec at its best
oak, colour, tannin, flavour
Oak-aged
Deep in colour
High tannin
Intense dark-berried fruit. Mature to reveal cedar and Earth
Broadly speaking, what classification of wines are generally produced to the southeast of Bordeaux? What is the most important appellation for this?
IGP wines
Côtes de Gascoigne
Describe wines from Côtes de Gascogne
domination grape (1), body, aroma/flavour (1)
Made from Ugni Blanc
Dry, light-bodied whites
Aromas and flavours of green apples
Describe wines from Madiran
domination grape (1), colour, tannin
Made from Tannat
Deeply coloured
High tannin
What is traditionally needed to make Madiran more drinkable?
Extended periods of bottle-ageing to soften tannins
