Northern Rhone Condrieu and Chateau Grillet Flashcards

1
Q

Which departements does Condrieu occupy?

A

Rhône
Ardèche
Loire

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What are the communes of production in Condrieu?

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Condrieu, Vérin, and Saint-Michel-sur-Rhône are the original 3 communes of production. In 1967, Limony, Chavanay, Malleval, and Saint-Pierre-de-Boeuf were added to the appellation.

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3
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What is the minimum potential alcohol for Condrieu wines?

A

11.5%

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4
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What is the primary soil type in Condrieu?

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Decomplosed granite

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What are the wine styles allowed in Condrieu?

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White wines from 100% Viognier

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The most favoured vineyards in Condrieu have a powdery mica rich topsoil locally know as?

A

Arzelle

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7
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Who is the current owner of Chateau Grillet?

A

Francois Pinault since 2011

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8
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What other notable vineyard in France does Francois Pinault own?

A

Chateau Latour

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9
Q

Which vineyard sites in Condrieu are known for their Arzelle soils?

A

Chery
Chanson
Cote Bonnette
Les Eyguets

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10
Q

Name two famous cuvee of Georges Vernay?

A

Côteau de Vernon

Les Chaillées de l’Enfer

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11
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Name Guigal’s premium Condrieu wine

A

La Doriane

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12
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`What is the size of Chateau Grillet?

A

3.8 Hectares or 9.4 acres

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