Northern Rhone

Question 1

What are the main grape varieties grown in the northern Rhone?

Answer 1

Syrah, Viognier, Marsonne and rousanne

Question 2

What grape variety is allowed to be blended with Syrah under appellation rules in Northern Rhone and what is the percentage limit?

Answer 2

Viognier is allowed to be blended to Syrah up to 20%

Question 3

Name the main grand cru regions of northern Rhone from north to south

Answer 3

Cote rotie, condreiu, st Joseph, crozes hermitage, hermitage, cornas

Question 4

What the the characteristics of Syrah from northern Rhone?

Answer 4

Medium to high tannins, black fruit, black pepper and floral aromas

Question 5

Is oak used in Syrah from northern Rhone?

Answer 5

Winemakers may use new oak for their premium wines and large old oak for their less premium wines

Question 6

What is the famous wind which blows through the northern Rhone?

Answer 6

The mistral

Question 7

What are the characteristics of Viognier from northern Rhone?

Answer 7

Aromatic , blossom and apricot, full body, high alcohol and low acidity

Question 8

Is Viognier from northern Rhone Oakes?

Answer 8

Yes it is in new oak however the winemakers have to be careful with the how it is handled so the flavours are not over powered