Languedoc-Roussillon Flashcards

1
Q

What 2 sub-regions make up the Fitou AOC

A

-Fitou Maritime
-Fitou Montagneux

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2
Q

What is the primary grape grown in the Fitou AOC

A

Carignan

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3
Q

What is the maximum percentage of Carignan allowed in blends in the Fitou AOC

A

70%

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4
Q

What styles of wines are allowed in the Corbiéres AOC

A

White, Rosé, and Red

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5
Q

What is the subregion of Corbiéres AOC dedicated to Carignan-based blends

A

Corbiéres-Boutenac

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6
Q

What soil is found in Corbiéres-Boutenac AOC

A

Limestone

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7
Q

What styles of wine are allowed in Minervois AOC

A

White, Rosé, and Reds

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8
Q

What is the primary red grape in Limoux AOC

A

Merlot

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9
Q

What are the main white grapes in Limoux AOC

A

Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Mauzac

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10
Q

What are the blending laws in Crémant de Limoux AOC

A

Maximum 20% Pinot Noir and Mauzac
Rest of the blend comprises of Chardonnay and/or Chenin Blanc

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11
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What are the blending laws in Languedoc AOC

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Minimum 50% Grenache, Syrah, and Mouvedré

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12
Q

Name an important sub-region of Languedoc AOC that has been promoted to its own AOC

A

La Clape AOC

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13
Q

What styles of wine are produced in Rivesaltes AOC

A

Vin Doux Naturel

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14
Q

What is the main grape in Rivesaltes AOC

A

Grenache

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15
Q

What is the main grape in Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC

A

Muscat

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16
Q

Are wines from Muscat de Rivesaltes age-worthy?

A

No, best drunk within 3 years

17
Q

Where is Banyuls AOC located

A

On the southern tip of France along the Spanish border

18
Q

What are the requirements of Banyuls AOC Grand Crus

A

Must be 75% Grenache
30 months minimum barrel aging

19
Q

What is the southernmost AOC in France

A

Banyuls AOC

20
Q

What is the signature grape varietal of Fitou

A

Carignan