FWS Alsace AOCs Flashcards
What types of wine can be produced under Alsace AOC?
Dry white, rosé, red, sweet white
Alsace AOC wines can come from any vineyard in the Alsace region.
What are DGCs in the context of Alsace wine classification?
‘Village level’ wines with higher standards, specific commune names, and authorized wine styles from specific varieties
There are 13 DGCs in Alsace.
Define Lieu-Dit in Alsace wine classification.
A sub-category of land or vineyard with significant terroir and higher standards than communes
It has limitations on varieties planted, vine density, pruning methods, and trellising.
What are the requirements for Lieu-Dit vineyards?
Higher grape maturity levels and more restricted yield
Lieu-Dit can produce white or red wines, but not rosé.
What percentage of Alsace’s production is attributed to Alsace Grand Cru AOC?
6% of production
Grand Cru AOC primarily produces dry white and sweet white wines.
What is the purpose of giving each Grand Cru vineyard its own AOC?
To allow for self-governance and to rank the vineyards
Some Grand Cru vineyards are considered too large to have a signature profile.
Do Grand Cru vineyards have to label the grape varietal?
No
Most Grand Cru vineyards craft single varietals.
Which Grand Cru AOCs produce blends?
- Bergheim
- Kaefferkopf
- Vorboug
These AOCs are exceptions in producing blends.
Which Grand Cru allows Sylvaner?
Zotzenberg
Sylvaner is permitted in only one Grand Cru.
Can some Grand Cru apply to produce Pinot Noir?
Yes
This is not common across all Grand Cru vineyards.
What types of wine are produced under Crémant d’Alsace AOC?
Sparkling white and sparkling rosé
Crémant d’Alsace is mostly blends, with some 100% single varietals.
Which grape varietal is forbidden in Crémant d’Alsace?
Gewurztraminer
Chardonnay is permitted in Crémant d’Alsace.
