General Flashcards
What is the longest river in France
The Loire
The Loire Valley produces more _______ wine than any other French region, and is second only to _________ in _________ wine production.
White, Champagne, Sparkling
What are the classic white varietals for Loire wines?
Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Melon de Bourgogne
What are some secondary white regional and international grapes found throughout the valley?
Chardonnay, Orbois, Romorantin, Gros Plant (Folle Blanche), and Chasselas
What kind of reds does the Loire Valley produce?
Lighter-bodied, high acid red wines
Most important red varietals?
(From greatest to least important) Cabernet Franc (Breton), Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec (Cot), Pineau d’Aunis, and Groslot (Grolleau)
Regions of Loire Valley
Pays Nantais, Anjou-Saumur, Touraine, The Central Vineyards