Loire Flashcards
What grapes are most common in Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny?
Cheverny: Sauvignon Blanc
Cour-Cheverny: Romorantin
What is the odd law about Sancerre labels that came into effect in the mid-1990s?
Sancerre producers can’t put yet name of the vineyard in the label
What are the stylistic differences between Vouvray and Montlouis?
Because of the soils, Vouvray (tuffeau) has sharper acidity and is crisper with more citrus; Montlouis (sandier soils) is softer, less dramatic than Vouvray
What is unique about Bonnezeaux Quarts de Chaume?
It is made from Chenin Blanc grapes that have been affected by botrytis
What is another name for Chenin Blanc in the Loire?
Pineau de la Loire
How long do Muscadet Sur Lie wines need to be on the lees?
6-12 months following harvest
What are the four sweetness levels for Chenin Blanc from Vouvray?
Sec
Demi-Sec
Moelleux
Doux
What kind of soil is Vouvray known for?
Tuffeau–a type of soft limestone
What are the subregions of Touraine?
Vouvray
Montlouis
Chinon
Bourgueil ("poor guy")
St-Nicolas-de-BourgueilWhat are the three subregions within Anjou-Saumur?
- Saumur (Crémantnde Loire/Saumur Mousseux, Saumur-Champigny)
- Savennières (Coulée de Serrant, Roche aux Moines)
- Layon Valley (Bonnezeaux, Quarts de Chaume, Coteaux du Layon)
What are the subregions of the Central Vineyards of the Loire Valley?
Sancerre Pouilly-Fumé Menetou-Salon Quincy Reuilly
What are the four major regions of the Loire valley?
Pays Nantais
Anjou- Saumur
Touraine
Upper Loire
What is Silex, and where is it found?
Clay-flint soil; Sancerre
Name the 7 subregions of the Upper Loire
Cheverny Cour Cheverny Reuilly Quincy Menetou Salon Pouilly Fume Sancerre
What grapes are important in Reuilly
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris
