France (Rhone)

Question 1

A _____ is a large rounded stone

Answer 1

galet

Question 2

The Mistral has a stronger affect on _____ Rhone

Answer 2

southern

Question 3

Dominant white grape of Southern Rhone

Answer 3

Grenache Blanc

Question 4

t/f: Clairette is widely planted in Southern Rhone

Answer 4

true

Question 5

The only AOC in N Rhone that requires 100% Syrah

Answer 5

Cornas

Question 6

What kind of wine does Saint-Peray produce?

Answer 6

Sparkling wine made from MArsanne and Roussanne

Question 7

Southern Rhone accounts for __% of the Rhone’s production

Answer 7

95

Question 8

Chateaunuf-du-Pape is known for its hearty blend of __ grapes

Answer 8

13

Question 9

What is Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise?

Answer 9

Vin Doux Naturel made from Muscat

Question 10

Rasteau AOC is mainly known for its _____ wine based on Grenache

Answer 10

vin doux naturel

Question 11

Name two Vin Doux Naturels

Answer 11

Muscat de Baumes-de-Venise AOC

Rasteau AOC

Question 12

The two sparkling wine AOCs of note in Rhone Valley

Answer 12

Saint-Peray AOC

Clairette de Die AOC