Crémant from Loire Flashcards

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Which areas are covered by the Crémant de Loire AOC?

A

Anjou, Saumur and Touraine

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Soil types encountered through out the Crémant de Loire AOC?

A

Mainly clay and limestone. But also some granite, schist and slate.

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What are the differences in harvesting techniques considering Saumur AOC, Vouvray AOC and Crémant de Loire AOC?

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Saumur AOC and Vouvray AOC both allows machine harvesting while Crémant de Loire does not.

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Permitted grape varieties for Saumur AOC?

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Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pineau d’Aunis, Sauvignon Blanc, Grolleau, Grolleau Gris, Gamay & Pinot Noir

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Permitted grape varieties for Vouvray AOC?

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Chenin Blanc

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Permitted grape varieties for Crémant de Loire AOC?

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Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pineau d’Aunis, Sauvignon Blanc, Grolleau, Grolleau Gris, Arbois & Pinot Noir.

Pineau d’Aunis and/or Cabernet Sauvignon max 30%

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Ageing time and maximum juice yields in Saumur AOC?

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The maximum juice yield is set higher than in Champagne and 9 months lees ageing is required.

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Ageing time and maximum juice yields in Vouvray AOC?

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Same as in Saumur

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Ageing time and maximum juice yields in Crémant de Loire AOC?

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The maximum juice yield is that of similar to Champagne, 9 months on lees but at least 12 months between tirage and release from the domaine.

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Typical styles of sparkling wine from Saumur AOC?

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Brut and Rosé

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Typical styles of sparkling wine from Vouvray AOC?

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Brut and Pétillant

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Typical styles of sparkling wine from Crémant de Loire AOC?

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Brut, Rosé and Non-dosé

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