Languedoc Flashcards
Where is Languedoc-Roussillon located?
Languedoc-Roussillon is on the southern coast of France, between Provence to the east and Roussillon to the south.
What is significant about Languedoc-Roussillon in terms of wine production?
Languedoc-Roussillon is one of the largest winegrowing regions in the world by acreage and is the only region in France to surpass Bordeaux in plantings.
How much wine did Languedoc-Roussillon produce in 2006?
In 2006, Languedoc-Roussillon contributed 16 million hectoliters, nearly 30% of France’s total production of approximately 56 million hectoliters.
What is Fitou AOP?
Fitou AOP is one of the oldest appellations in Languedoc, dating to 1948, and is divided into two sectors: Fitou Maritime and Fitou Montagneux.
What types of wines does Corbières AOP produce?
Corbières AOP produces reds, rosés, and a small amount of whites from varied soils and microclimates.
What is the significance of Minervois AOP?
Minervois AOP is designated for red, white, and rosé wines and is divided into several distinct subzones.
What is unique about Limoux AOP?
Limoux AOP produces Merlot-based red wines and still whites from Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and Mauzac, which must be fermented in oak.
What is Blanquette de Limoux?
Blanquette de Limoux is a méthode traditionnelle wine made from at least 90% Mauzac.
What does Languedoc AOP encompass?
Languedoc AOP encompasses nearly all of Languedoc-Roussillon and covers the production of red, rosé, and white wines.
What are Muscat de Frontignan wines?
Muscat de Frontignan wines are fortified and may be either vin doux naturel or vin de liqueur.
What is Rivesaltes AOP known for?
Rivesaltes AOP is known for vin doux naturel production, representing various styles such as ambré, grenat, tuil, and rosé.
What is the aging requirement for Rivesaltes AOP wines?
Ambré and tuil styles must be aged until at least March 1 of the third year following the harvest.
What is the significance of Banyuls AOP?
Banyuls AOP is the southernmost wine appellation in continental France, requiring at least 50% Grenache Noir for its Traditionnel fortified reds.
What is the overarching classification for the Languedoc-Roussillon region?
Pays d’Oc IGP is the overarching classification for the entire Languedoc-Roussillon region.
What percentage of France’s AOP wine is produced by Languedoc-Roussillon?
Languedoc-Roussillon produces only 10% of France’s AOP wine.
