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FWS - Languedoc Flashcards

1
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What is the 150-mile canal that connects the Mediterranean port of Sete to the Garonne River in Toulouse and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site?

A

Canal du Midi

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Which IGP is France’s largest wine export?

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IGP Pays d’Oc

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What are the 2 strong winds in Languedoc that blow from the north?

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Tramontane and Mistral

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4
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What is the climate of the Languedoc?

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Mediterranean

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5
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Who is credited with discovering the sparkling phenomenon in 1531 while crafting Blanquette de Limoux?

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The monks of St. Hilaire

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Alluvial soils tend to produce what kind of wines?

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Fruity

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Are wines from the Languedoc mostly blends or single-varietals?

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Blends (of at least 2 grapes (with some exceptions))

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What are the 2 AOCs in the Languedoc that are devoted solely to white wine production from one single grape variety?

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Clairette du Languedoc AOC and Picpoul de Pinet AOC

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9
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What are the limestone soils found in the Languedoc known as?

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Garrigue

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What is the soil of Faugeres AOC?

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Schist

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What is the dominant style of wine produced in Faugeres AOC?

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Red (85%)

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What is the largest non-regional appellation in Languedoc and is the 4th largest in France?

A

Corbieres AOC

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13
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What is the soil of Picpoul de Pinet AOC?

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Limestone

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What is the dominant grape variety used to produce Minervois AOC wine?

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Syrah (based with high proportions of Grenache and Mourvedre)

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Which AOC in the Languedoc is divided into 2 sub-zones: one that is close to the coast and one that is further inland, midst the mountains?

A

Fitou AOC

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16
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Which AOC in the Languedoc has an equal split of Mediterranean and Atlantic varieties?

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Cabardes AOC

17
Q

Which AOC in the Languedoc is the most westerly appellation?

A

Malepere AOC

18
Q

What is considered the oldest sparkling wine in the world?

A

Blanquette de Limoux AOC

19
Q

Which AOC in the Languedoc produces the best Chardonnay?

A

Limoux AOC

20
Q

Which grape is used to produce Languedoc VDN?

A

Muscat a Petits Grains Blanc

21
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What is the dominant grape variety used to produce Corbieres AOC wine?

A

Carignan

22
Q

What are the 6 IGP regional designations in France?

A

IGP Pays d’Oc
IGP Val de Loire
IGP Atlantique
IGP Mediterranee
IGP Comte Tolosan
IGP Comtes Rhodaniens

23
Q

What are the 3 Departmental IGPs in the Languedoc?

A

IGP Aude
IGP Herault
IGP Gard

24
Q

Is irrigation permitted in the Languedoc?

A

Yes (grower must submit a petition)

25
Q

Where are the highest number of certified organic wine producers in France located?

A

Languedoc-Roussillon

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