Laws Flashcards
1
Q
What is the only black grape in Northern Rhone?
A
Syrah
2
Q
What are 3 other black grapes allowed in Southern Rhone except Syrah?
A
Grenache
Mourvedre
Cinsault
3
Q
What are 3 white grapes in the Rhone Valley?
A
Viognier
Marsanna
Rousanne
4
Q
What white grapes are allowed up to 15% of in a Hermitage blend?
A
Marsanne
Roussanne
5
Q
What are the flavours of lighter Syrah?
A
Pepper, herbaceous
6
Q
What are the flavours of warmer Syrah?
A
Deep, spicy, floral
7
Q
What does Marsanne bring to a blend?
A
Richness
8
Q
What does ROussanne bring to a blend?
A
Acidity
Perfume
9
Q
What is the principal black grape in S Rhone?
A
Grenache
10
Q
What does Mourvedre bring to a blend?
A
Game/meat flavour
Colour
Tannins
11
Q
What is blended with Grenache for Rose in S Rhone?
A
Cinsault
