General Rhône Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the importance of Massalia?
A
Massalia (current day Marseilles) was a settlement where Greeks introduced viticulture & winemaking into France in 600BC.
2
Q
Where did phylloxera first enter France?
A
Southern Rhône Valley in 1863.
3
Q
What are the varietal requirements for Côtes du Rhône Rouge?
A
Côtes du Rhône Rouge must be predominantly grenache, with 2 principal varieties, but this is not enforced for wine coming from north of Montélimar (ie: Drôme department).
4
Q
What was the First AOC in France?
A
Châteauneuf-du-Pape was the first AOC in France.
5
Q
How many villages can append their names to Côtes du Rhône?
A
20, all located in the Southern Rhône
6
Q
What is the IGP for the Rhône Valley?
A
Collines Rhodaniennes is the IGP for the geographic area of the Rhône Valley.
