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French Regions & Varietals Flashcards

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What is Sancerre known for?

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Sauvignon Blanc, crisp whites with citrus and grassy notes, produced in the Loire Valley.

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What is Pouilly-Fumé known for?

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Sauvignon Blanc, similar to Sancerre, with a smoky, flinty minerality, from the Loire Valley.

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What grape is used in Vouvray?

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Chenin Blanc, ranging from dry to sweet or sparkling, from the Loire Valley.

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What is Chinon known for?

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Cabernet Franc, medium-bodied reds with red berry, herbal, and earthy characteristics, from the Loire Valley.

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What grape dominates Médoc wines?

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Cabernet Sauvignon, producing structured, tannic reds on Bordeaux’s Left Bank.

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What is Pomerol known for?

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Merlot-dominant blends with plush, rich flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate, from Bordeaux’s Right Bank.

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What makes Sauternes unique?

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Botrytized dessert wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with flavors of apricot, honey, and marmalade.

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What grape is the focus of Côte de Nuits?

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Pinot Noir, elegant reds with cherry, mushroom, and earthy flavors, produced in Burgundy.

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What is the main grape in Côte de Beaune whites?

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Chardonnay, minerally whites with citrus, apple, and buttery notes, produced in Burgundy.

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What is Chablis known for?

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What are the main grapes in Champagne?

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Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, used for sparkling wines made using the traditional method.

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What grape dominates Côte-Rôtie wines?

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Syrah, full-bodied reds with blackberry, pepper, and smoky notes, from Northern Rhône.

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What makes Hermitage special?

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Bold, structured reds made from Syrah, with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and earthy characteristics, from Northern Rhône.

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What grape is dominant in Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

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Grenache, often blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, producing powerful, spicy reds in Southern Rhône.

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What is Alsace known for?

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Aromatic white wines, primarily Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, often dry with floral, peach, and citrus notes.

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What is Provence best known for?

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Dry rosés made from Grenache and Mourvèdre, with flavors of strawberry, watermelon, and herbal notes.

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What is Picpoul de Pinet known for?

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Zesty, saline whites made from Picpoul, with green apple and citrus qualities, produced in Languedoc.

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What is Banyuls famous for?

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Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, produced in Languedoc.

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What makes Jura’s Vin Jaune unique?

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Oxidative white wines made from Savagnin, with nutty, sherry-like flavors, from Château-Chalon in Jura.

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What grape is common in Savoie wines?

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Jacquère, producing light, crisp Alpine whites with citrus and floral notes.

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What grape dominates Corsican reds?

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Nielluccio (Sangiovese), medium-bodied reds with cherry, herbal, and earthy flavors, produced in Patrimonio and Ajaccio.

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What grape is used in Bandol reds?

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Mourvèdre, producing bold, dark reds with black fruit and savory herbal notes, from Provence.

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What is Graves known for?

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Dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with citrus, floral, and mineral notes.

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What is the main grape in Saint-Émilion wines?

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Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc, producing elegant reds with plum, red berry, and earthy notes.

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What wines are produced in Entre-Deux-Mers?

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Crisp, dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc, grown between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers.

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What makes Pessac-Léognan special?

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Reds made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with tobacco, cassis, and graphite flavors.

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What wines are Mâconnais known for?

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Affordable whites made from Chardonnay, with ripe apple, melon, and buttery notes, from Burgundy.

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What is Côte Chalonnaise known for?

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Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, including the villages of Rully and Mercurey.

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What grape is dominant in Cornas wines?

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Syrah, producing robust reds with black pepper, leather, and dark fruit, from Northern Rhône.

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What style of wine is Tavel famous for?

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Dry, full-bodied rosés made from Grenache and Cinsault, with red berry, citrus, and herbal notes.

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What is Saumur known for?

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Sparkling Crémant de Loire and structured reds made from Cabernet Franc.

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What grape is used in Muscadet wines?

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Melon de Bourgogne, producing light, saline whites, often paired with seafood, from the Loire Valley.

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What is Alsace Pinot Gris known for?

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Rich, aromatic whites with peach, honey, and spice.

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What is Alsace Muscat known for?

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Perfumed, fruity whites with floral and grape-like notes.

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What wines are produced in Cassis?

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Aromatic whites made from Marsanne and Clairette, with citrus, floral, and herbal notes, from Provence.

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What is Minervois known for?

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Earthy reds made from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, produced in Languedoc.

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What style of wine is Banyuls famous for?

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Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, from Languedoc.

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What wines are produced in Arbois?

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Light-bodied reds made from Poulsard and Trousseau, with red berry and earthy notes, from Jura.

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What is Crémant du Jura?

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Sparkling wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with bright citrus and toasty notes.

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What is Ajaccio known for?

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Medium-bodied reds made from Sciaccarellu and Vermentino, with savory herb and red berry notes, from Corsica.

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What is Savoie known for?

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Alpine whites made from Altesse and Jacquère, with bright acidity, citrus, and floral notes.

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