Loire Valley Flashcards
Permitted grapes in Rose de Loire AOP?
Grolleau, Grolleau Gris, Cab Franc, Cab Sauv, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Pinot d’Aunis
Permitted varieties in cremant de Loire AOP?
Chenin, Chardonnay, Orbois, Cab Franc, Grolleau, Grolleau Gris, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauv, Pineau d’Aunis
Aging Requirements for Cremant de Loire AOP?
min 9 months on lees, 12 months before release.
Name the 7 Appellation of Pay Nantais
Coteaux d’Ancenis AOP, Fiefs Vendeens AOP, Gros Plant du Pays Nantais AOP, Muscadet AOP, Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire AOP, Muscadet Cotes de Grandlieu AOP, Muscadet Sevre et Maine AOP
Which 2 Pays Nantais Appellations may produce red, white and rose?
Coteaux d’Ancenis, Fieds Vendeens
Which red grapes are allowed in coteaux d’ancenis rouge/rose?
Gamay and (max) 10% cab franc
What is the blend of wines labelled Coteaux d’Ancenis Malvoisie?
Pinot Gris
What are the soils of Clisson, Gorges and Le Pallet?
Granite, Clay and Gabbro, Gneiss, Quartz and gabbro
RS for coteaux d’Ancenis?
20-40g/l
What are the whites of Fiefs vendeens?
Min 60% Chenin, min 10% Chardonnay. Also allows grolleau gris and sauvignon blanc, depending on commune.
What are the roses of Fiefs Vendeens comprised of?
Pinot Noir and Gamay Noir dominant, depending on commune. Also permits Cab franc, cab sauv, negrette and grolleau gris.
What grapes are permitted in red Fiefs Vendeens?
Pinot Noir (Brems, Pissotte) Cabernet Franc (Chantonnay, Mareuil, Vix).
What is another name for Gros plant?
Folle Blanche
What varieties are permitted in Gros Plant du Pays nantais?
Min 70% Gros Plant, along with Montils and up to 10% Colombard
What styles are made in Gros Plant du pay nantais?
blanc, and blanc sur lie (min 6 months on lees)
Blend of Muscadet?
Min 90% Melon B, and max 10% Chardonnay
Which labelling term was discontinued for Muscadet AOP in 2020?
Sur Lie
How long does Muscadet AOP spend on lees?
9 months (until july 31 year after harvest)
What are the 7 subzones of Muscadet Sevre et Maine?
Le Pallet, Gorges, Clisson, Goullaine, Mouzillon-Tillieres, Monniere-Saint-Fiacre, Chateau-Thebaud
Which subzones of Muscadet sevre et maine require most elevage?
Gorges, Clisson, Mouzillon-Tillierees, Monniere-saint-Fiacre, Chateau-Thebaud (24 months)
Which Subzones of Muscadet sevre et maine require 18 months elevage?
Goulainne, Le Pallet
What is the smallest aop within Anjou-Saumur?
Coullee de Serrrant, 7ha
What is the largest aop within Anjou Saumur?
Saumur, 2600ha, and then Anjou, 1900ha
Which AOP’s in Anjou Saumur are red-wine only?
Anjou-Villages, Anjou-Villages Brissac.
What is the blend of Anjou Blanc?
Chenin, plus max 20% Combined chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
What is the assemblage of Anjou Rouge?
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, plus max 30% combined pineau d’Aunis and Grolleau
Which Style of Anjou Rouge may be labelled with a grape variety?
Anjou Gamay (100% Gamay)
What are the RS levels of Anjou Blanc?
Demi-Sec up to 18gr, Molleux 18-45gr, Doux 45gr+