French Regions & Varietals Flashcards
What is Sancerre known for?
Sauvignon Blanc, crisp whites with citrus and grassy notes, produced in the Loire Valley.
What is Pouilly-Fumé known for?
Sauvignon Blanc, similar to Sancerre, with a smoky, flinty minerality, from the Loire Valley.
What grape is used in Vouvray?
Chenin Blanc, ranging from dry to sweet or sparkling, from the Loire Valley.
What is Chinon known for?
Cabernet Franc, medium-bodied reds with red berry, herbal, and earthy characteristics, from the Loire Valley.
What grape dominates Médoc wines?
Cabernet Sauvignon, producing structured, tannic reds on Bordeaux’s Left Bank.
What is Pomerol known for?
Merlot-dominant blends with plush, rich flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate, from Bordeaux’s Right Bank.
What makes Sauternes unique?
Botrytized dessert wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with flavors of apricot, honey, and marmalade.
What grape is the focus of Côte de Nuits?
Pinot Noir, elegant reds with cherry, mushroom, and earthy flavors, produced in Burgundy.
What is the main grape in Côte de Beaune whites?
Chardonnay, minerally whites with citrus, apple, and buttery notes, produced in Burgundy.
What is Chablis known for?
What are the main grapes in Champagne?
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, used for sparkling wines made using the traditional method.
What grape dominates Côte-Rôtie wines?
Syrah, full-bodied reds with blackberry, pepper, and smoky notes, from Northern Rhône.
What makes Hermitage special?
Bold, structured reds made from Syrah, with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and earthy characteristics, from Northern Rhône.
What grape is dominant in Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
Grenache, often blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, producing powerful, spicy reds in Southern Rhône.
What is Alsace known for?
Aromatic white wines, primarily Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, often dry with floral, peach, and citrus notes.
What is Provence best known for?
Dry rosés made from Grenache and Mourvèdre, with flavors of strawberry, watermelon, and herbal notes.
What is Picpoul de Pinet known for?
Zesty, saline whites made from Picpoul, with green apple and citrus qualities, produced in Languedoc.
What is Banyuls famous for?
Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, produced in Languedoc.
What makes Jura’s Vin Jaune unique?
Oxidative white wines made from Savagnin, with nutty, sherry-like flavors, from Château-Chalon in Jura.
What grape is common in Savoie wines?
Jacquère, producing light, crisp Alpine whites with citrus and floral notes.
What grape dominates Corsican reds?
Nielluccio (Sangiovese), medium-bodied reds with cherry, herbal, and earthy flavors, produced in Patrimonio and Ajaccio.
What grape is used in Bandol reds?
Mourvèdre, producing bold, dark reds with black fruit and savory herbal notes, from Provence.
What is Graves known for?
Dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with citrus, floral, and mineral notes.
What is the main grape in Saint-Émilion wines?
Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc, producing elegant reds with plum, red berry, and earthy notes.
What wines are produced in Entre-Deux-Mers?
Crisp, dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc, grown between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers.
What makes Pessac-Léognan special?
Reds made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with tobacco, cassis, and graphite flavors.
What wines are Mâconnais known for?
Affordable whites made from Chardonnay, with ripe apple, melon, and buttery notes, from Burgundy.
What is Côte Chalonnaise known for?
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, including the villages of Rully and Mercurey.
What grape is dominant in Cornas wines?
Syrah, producing robust reds with black pepper, leather, and dark fruit, from Northern Rhône.
What style of wine is Tavel famous for?
Dry, full-bodied rosés made from Grenache and Cinsault, with red berry, citrus, and herbal notes.
What is Saumur known for?
Sparkling Crémant de Loire and structured reds made from Cabernet Franc.
What grape is used in Muscadet wines?
Melon de Bourgogne, producing light, saline whites, often paired with seafood, from the Loire Valley.
What is Alsace Pinot Gris known for?
Rich, aromatic whites with peach, honey, and spice.
What is Alsace Muscat known for?
Perfumed, fruity whites with floral and grape-like notes.
What wines are produced in Cassis?
Aromatic whites made from Marsanne and Clairette, with citrus, floral, and herbal notes, from Provence.
What is Minervois known for?
Earthy reds made from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, produced in Languedoc.
What style of wine is Banyuls famous for?
Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, from Languedoc.
What wines are produced in Arbois?
Light-bodied reds made from Poulsard and Trousseau, with red berry and earthy notes, from Jura.
What is Crémant du Jura?
Sparkling wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with bright citrus and toasty notes.
What is Ajaccio known for?
Medium-bodied reds made from Sciaccarellu and Vermentino, with savory herb and red berry notes, from Corsica.
What is Savoie known for?
Alpine whites made from Altesse and Jacquère, with bright acidity, citrus, and floral notes.
