Languedoc-Rousillon Flashcards
t/f: Languedoc-Roussillon has the most plantings of grape vines in France
true
Corbieres and Minervois are based on what grape(s)?
GSM
One of the oldest AOCs in Languedoc-Roussillon, this AOC is non-contiguous and is based on Carignan and Grenache
Fitou
France’s richest, fullest, most quality-oriented VDN AOC
Banyuls
How are VDN wines produced?
Mutage
Banyuls is based on this grape
Grenache
Red Banyuls drinks like a …
young, fruity Port
What type of wine does Maury AOC produce?
VDN
Maury AOC wine is based on this grape
Grenache
VDN wines have an ABV range of…
15-18%
Most common varieties for VDN wine
Grenache + Muscat
Muscat de Rivesalts AOC must be made from…
Muscat Blanc a Petits Grains + Muscat of Alexandria
The town of Limoux is known for…
SPARKLING WINE
Cremant de Limoux is based on…
Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc
Blanquette is also known as
Mauzac