France History and Wine Law Flashcards
1
Q
What are the to classic regions of France?
A
- Bordeaux
- Burgundy
- The Rhone Valley
- Champagne
- The Loire Valley
- Alsace
2
Q
France can be dividied into three climate zones. Explain each.
A
- Western: temperate/maritime
- Southern: warm-Mediterranean
- Northern/Central: cool-continental
3
Q
Where does France rank in terms of world wine production?
A
- # 1
- 50% of all premium wine comes from France
4
Q
How are the top quality wines of France labeled?
A
- By region (except Alsace)
5
Q
What does Cru mean?
A
- Vineyard or growth
- “Grand Cru” (great growth)
- “Premier Cru” (first growth)
6
Q
Sec
A
Dry
7
Q
Doux
A
Sweet
8
Q
Cote
A
Hill or slope
9
Q
Clos
A
Walled vineyard (Burgundy)
10
Q
Chateau
A
Wine estate (Bordeaux)
11
Q
Domaine
A
Vineyard estate (Burgundy)
12
Q
Superieur
A
- higher quality than min. standards
- higher alcohol content
- lower yields
