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What are the five main AOCs of Jura?

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Arbois, Château-Chalon, L’Étoile, Côtes du Jura, Crémant du Jura.

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What are the primary grape varieties of Jura?

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Savagnin, Chardonnay, Poulsard, Trousseau, Pinot Noir.

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What is Vin Jaune, and how is it made?

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An oxidative wine made from Savagnin, aged under a veil of yeast (voile) for a minimum of 6 years and 3 months.

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What bottle is used for Vin Jaune?

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Clavelin, 620 mL.

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What is the primary grape of Château-Chalon AOC?

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Savagnin (exclusively for Vin Jaune).

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What is Macvin du Jura?

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A fortified wine made by adding grape spirit to unfermented grape must.

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What are the primary soil types in Jura?

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Marl, limestone, and clay.

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What distinguishes L’Étoile AOC?

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Named for star-shaped fossils found in the soil, producing whites from Savagnin, Chardonnay, and Poulsard.

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What style of wine is Crémant du Jura?

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Traditional method sparkling wines made from Jura’s five permitted grapes.

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What is the aging potential of Vin Jaune?

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Decades, due to its high acidity and oxidative nature.

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What are the four main appellations of Savoie?

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Vin de Savoie, Roussette de Savoie, Seyssel, Crémant de Savoie.

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What are the primary white grapes of Savoie?

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Jacquère, Altesse (Roussette), Chasselas, Gringet, Roussanne.

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What is the primary red grape of Savoie?

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Mondeuse.

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What is the significance of Vin de Savoie ‘Cru’ designations?

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Subzones like Apremont, Chignin, and Abymes highlight unique terroirs and styles.

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What grape is required for Roussette de Savoie AOC?

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Altesse.

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What is the only AOC in Savoie producing sparkling wine exclusively?

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Seyssel.

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What is Crémant de Savoie?

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Traditional method sparkling wine primarily from Jacquère and Altesse.

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What is the characteristic of wines made from Jacquère?

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Light-bodied, high-acid whites with floral and citrus notes.

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What is the primary soil type in Savoie vineyards?

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Limestone scree and clay-limestone.

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What are the typical characteristics of Mondeuse-based wines?

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Spicy, earthy reds with high acidity and moderate tannins.

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What are the three main zones of Southwest France?

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Dordogne, Garonne, and Pyrenean regions.

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What is the primary grape of Cahors AOC?

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Malbec (minimum 70%, also known locally as Côt or Auxerrois).

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What is Madiran AOC known for?

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Bold reds primarily from Tannat.

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What is the local name for Cabernet Franc in Southwest France?

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Bouchy.

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What distinguishes Jurançon AOC from Jurançon Sec AOC?

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Jurançon produces sweet wines, while Jurançon Sec produces dry whites.

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What are the primary grapes of Gaillac AOC?

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Mauzac, Loin de l’Oeil, and Ondenc for whites; Duras, Fer Servadou, and Syrah for reds.

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What is Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh?

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A sweet or dry white wine made from Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng.

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What style of wine is Fronton AOC known for?

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Reds and rosés made primarily from Négrette.

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What is the dominant soil type in Cahors?

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Clay-limestone terraces, often over iron-rich subsoil.

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What is the role of Fer Servadou in Southwest France blends?

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Adds spiciness and red fruit character to reds.

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What are the three largest appellations in Provence?

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Côtes de Provence, Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, Coteaux Varois en Provence.

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What is the primary grape used in Provence rosé?

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Grenache, often blended with Cinsault, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.

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What is the significance of Bandol AOC?

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Known for age-worthy reds and rosés from Mourvèdre.

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What distinguishes Cassis AOC?

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Produces aromatic whites from Marsanne and Clairette.

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What is Palette AOC?

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A small appellation producing all three styles (red, white, rosé) with local and rare varieties.

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What is the dominant soil type in Bandol?

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Limestone with a Mediterranean influence.

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What is the primary style of wine produced in Bellet AOC?

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White wines from Rolle (Vermentino) and rosé/reds from Braquet and Folle Noire.

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What is Tibouren, and where is it found?

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A grape variety used in Provence rosés, particularly in Côtes de Provence.

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What is the climate of Provence?

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Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and mild winters.

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What is the typical fermentation style for Provence rosés?

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Cool fermentation to preserve freshness and aromatics.

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What are the four key AOCs of the Languedoc?

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Pic Saint-Loup, La Clape, Corbières, Minervois.

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What is the dominant grape of Corbières AOC?

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Carignan.

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What is the significance of Picpoul de Pinet AOC?

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Known for crisp, high-acid whites made from Picpoul Blanc.

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What are the two sparkling wine AOCs in Languedoc?

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Crémant de Limoux, Blanquette de Limoux.

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What distinguishes La Clape AOC?

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Coastal vineyards producing structured reds and aromatic whites.

46
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What is Banyuls AOC?

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A fortified sweet wine made from Grenache in Roussillon.

47
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What is Maury AOC known for?

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Sweet fortified wines from Grenache, as well as dry reds.

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What is the primary soil type in Faugères?

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Schist.

49
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What is the role of Grenache in Languedoc-Roussillon blends?

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Adds ripe red fruit, alcohol, and body.

50
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What are Vin Doux Naturels (VDN), and where are they commonly produced?

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Naturally sweet fortified wines, found in Roussillon (e.g., Rivesaltes, Banyuls).

51
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What is the traditional pairing for Vin Jaune?

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Comté cheese.

52
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What is the difference between Vin de Paille and Vin Jaune?

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Vin de Paille is a sweet wine made from dried grapes, while Vin Jaune is oxidative and dry.

53
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What grape variety is used to produce Trousseau wines in Jura?

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Trousseau.

54
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What style of wine is Côtes du Jura AOC most known for?

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All styles: red, white, rosé, sparkling, and sweet.

55
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What is the minimum must weight for Vin de Paille?

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320 g/L.

56
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What is the aging requirement for Macvin du Jura?

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Minimum 12 months in oak after fortification.

57
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What is the maximum yield for Château-Chalon AOC?

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30 hl/ha.

58
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What is the minimum alcohol for Château-Chalon Vin Jaune?

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12%.

59
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What is the main soil type in Château-Chalon?

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Marl-limestone.

60
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What is the traditional glass shape for Jura wines?

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Tulip-shaped glass to focus aromas.

61
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What is the significance of Chignin-Bergeron in Savoie?

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Produces wines exclusively from Roussanne.

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What distinguishes Apremont wines?

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Crisp, light-bodied whites made from Jacquère.

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What grape is used for sparkling wines in Seyssel AOC?

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Altesse (Roussette) and Molette.

64
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What is Gringet, and where is it grown?

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A rare grape variety grown in Savoie, used for sparkling wines.

65
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What is the minimum aging for Crémant de Savoie?

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12 months on lees.

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What is the primary soil type in the Cru Abymes?

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Rocky scree from landslides.

67
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What distinguishes wines from Arbin in Savoie?

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Full-bodied reds made from Mondeuse.

68
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What is the traditional cuisine pairing for Jacquère wines?

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Raclette or fondue.

69
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What is the permitted yield for Roussette de Savoie AOC?

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68 hl/ha.

70
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What is the typical alcohol content of Mondeuse-based wines?

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Around 11-13%.

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What is the primary style of wine in Bergerac AOC?

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Similar to Bordeaux, producing red, white, and rosé wines.

72
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What is Monbazillac AOC known for?

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Sweet wines made from botrytized Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

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What is Pécharmant AOC known for?

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Structured reds from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec.

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What distinguishes Gaillac’s méthode ancestrale wines?

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Sparkling wines with a single fermentation.

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What is the aging requirement for Madiran AOC reds?

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Minimum 12 months aging before release.

76
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What grape dominates the white wines of Gaillac AOC?

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Mauzac and Loin de l’Oeil.

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What is the primary soil type in Madiran?

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Clay-limestone with iron-rich gravel.

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What distinguishes Marcillac AOC?

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Reds and rosés made predominantly from Fer Servadou.

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What is the primary characteristic of Tannat-based wines?

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High tannins and acidity with black fruit and earthy notes.

80
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What is the traditional blending partner for Malbec in Cahors?

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Merlot or Tannat.

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What are the soil types in Bandol AOC?

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Limestone, marl, and sandstone.

82
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Bandol reds?

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18 months in oak.

83
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What is the primary white grape of Cassis AOC?

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Marsanne, often blended with Clairette.

84
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What distinguishes Bellet AOC rosés?

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Made primarily from Braquet and Folle Noire.

85
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What percentage of Provence wine production is rosé?

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Approximately 88%.

86
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What is the significance of Rolle in Provence?

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Known as Vermentino, used for aromatic whites.

87
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What distinguishes Côtes de Provence “Pierrefeu” subzone?

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Known for high-quality rosés with structure and minerality.

88
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What is the minimum Grenache required in Côtes de Provence rosés?

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No minimum; blends dominate.

89
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What is the aging potential of Bandol reds?

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10-20 years due to high Mourvèdre content.

90
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What is Tibouren’s role in Provence blends?

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Adds delicate floral and herbal aromas to rosé wines.

91
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What is the primary grape of Minervois La Livinière?

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Syrah, supported by Grenache and Mourvèdre.

92
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What distinguishes Terrasses du Larzac AOC?

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Cooler microclimates producing balanced reds with Syrah dominance.

93
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What is the primary style of wine in Fitou AOC?

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Structured reds from Carignan and Grenache.

94
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What grape is required for Blanquette de Limoux?

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Minimum 90% Mauzac.

95
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What is the primary style of wine in Saint-Chinian AOC?

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Robust reds from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.

96
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What distinguishes Faugères AOC wines?

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Grown on schist soils, producing mineral-driven reds.

97
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What is Muscat de Rivesaltes?

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A Vin Doux Naturel made from Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains and Muscat of Alexandria.

98
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What are the primary soil types in Corbières AOC?

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Limestone, clay, and schist.

99
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What is the role of Grenache Blanc in Languedoc white blends?

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Adds body and stone fruit flavors.

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What is the main style of wine in Collioure AOC?

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Dry reds and whites from Grenache and Mourvèdre.

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