Chapter 20 - The Southern Rhone Flashcards

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Q

What is the climate of the Southern Rhone?

A

Mediterranean, with mild winters and warm dry summers where drought can be a problem.

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Southern Rhone wines are often complex blends rather than being made from just one or two different varieties, True or False?

A

True. In some circumstances wines are made from a dozen or more grape varieties.

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What are the primary black grape varieties of the Southern Rhone?

A

1) Grenache, which is predominant
2) Syrah
3) Mourvedre
4) Cinsault

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4
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What are the white varieties you would find in the Southern Rhone?

A

1) Clairette
2) Grenache Blanc
3) Bourboulenc
4) Viognier
5) Marsanne
6) Roussanne

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What are the principal appellations of the Southern Rhone?

A

1) Chateauneuf-du-Pape
2) Tavel
3) Lirac
4) Gigondas
5) Vacqueyras

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What was the first area in France to have Appellation Controlee status?

A

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

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Q

Which are the only two Southern crus that are on the west bank of the Rhone?

A

Tavel and Lirac

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Which Southern Rhone appellations are famous for the production of Rose?

A

Tavel and Lirac

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Only Rose can be made in Tavel, True or False?

A

True

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