FWS Jura AOCs Flashcards
What is the largest AOC in Jura?
Arbois AOC
Arbois AOC is mostly red, includes all grape varieties, and all still styles.
What type of wine is produced exclusively in Château-Chalon AOC?
Vin Jaune from Savagnin
Château-Chalon AOC wines are labelled as ‘vin de garde’.
Which AOC in Jura is known for producing only white grapes?
L’Étoile AOC
L’Étoile AOC produces dry white, Vin de Paille, and Vin Jaune.
What geological features are present in L’Étoile AOC?
5 hills, limestone and pentacrinus fossils
These features contribute to the unique terroir of L’Étoile AOC.
What is the second largest AOC in Jura?
Cotes du Jura AOC
Cotes du Jura AOC includes all grape varieties and still styles.
What type of wine is Macvin du Jura AOC?
Vin de Liqueur
Macvin du Jura AOC can be made from white grapes for white wine and red grapes for red wine.
What types of wine does Crémant du Jura AOC produce?
Sparkling (white and rosé)
Crémant du Jura AOC is 88% white, mostly from Chardonnay, and allows all 5 grape varieties.
Fill in the blank: Arbois AOC is mostly _______.
red
Arbois AOC includes all grape varieties and all still styles.
True or False: L’Étoile AOC produces both red and white wines.
False
L’Étoile AOC only produces white grapes.
What is the primary grape variety used in Crémant du Jura AOC?
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is the most commonly used grape in the production of Crémant du Jura.