Northern Rhone - Saint Joseph Flashcards
1
Q
What departments is Saint Joseph AOP located in?
A
Ardeche and the Loire
2
Q
How many communes of production are there in Saint Joseph?
A
26 Communes
3
Q
What styles of wine are allowed in Saint Joseph AOP?
A
White: from Marsanne and Roussanne
Red: 90% Syrah with 10% Marsanne and or Rousanne allowed
4
Q
What is the minimum potential alcohol for wines from Saint Joseph?
A
10.5%
5
Q
What are the primary soil types of Saint Joseph?
A
schist, gneiss or granite bedrock
6
Q
How far does the Saint Joseph AOP extend?
A
It extends almost 60 kms through Condrieu in the North through Saint Peray in the South
7
Q
Name the 6 original communes of Saint Joseph
A
Glun Mauves Tournon St-Jean-de-Muzols Lemps Vion
