FWS Champagne AOCs Flashcards
What is Rosé des Riceys AOC?
Rosé from Pinot Noir
What types of wines are produced under Côteaux Champenois AOC?
Dry, still wines
Varieties include Chardonnay (Arbane, Pinot blanc, Petit Meslier), Pinot Gris for Rosé, and **Pinot Noir **and **Meunier **for Reds.
What does NM stand for in the context of wine production?
Négociant-Manipulant
This refers to a producer who incorporates grapes purchased from others.
What does RM stand for in the context of wine production?
Récoltant-Manipulant
This refers to a producer who vinifies his or her own estate-grown grapes.
What is the Champagne AOC known for? Which grapes are permitted?
Sparkling white and rosé wines
Chardonnay (Arbane, Pinot Blanc, Petit Meslier), (Pinot Gris), Pinot Noir, and Meunier.
True or False: There are set blending formulas for Champagne producers.
False
Champagne producers have the freedom to create proprietary blends without set blending formulas.
Fill in the blank: The Champagne AOC allows producers to finish wines within a range of _______.
sweetness levels / styles
This flexibility allows for various expressions of Champagne.
How many AOCs are there in Champagne?
3 AOCs
Rosé des Riceys (Rosé), Coteaux Champenois (still, dry), Champagne