Provence Flashcards
What AOC in Provence is primarily dedicated to Rosé production
Côtes de Provence
What are the blending laws of Côtes de Provence AOC
Wines must be a blend of at least two grapes
What AOC in Provence is dominated by Mouvedré
Bandol AOC
What grapes are allowed in Bandol
Whites and Rosé based upon Clairette
Reds based upon Mouvedre
What are the vinification laws of Bandol
A minimum of 50% Mouvedre
18 months minimum oak aging
What is the famous Domaine of Bandol
Domaine de Tempier
What are the primary grapes of Les Beaux-de-Provence AOC
Whites from Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Vermentino, and Roussane
Rosé and Reds based upon Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault
What grapes is the Cassis AOC known for
Whites from Clairette and Marsanne
Where is the Palette AOC located
Near the city of Aix-en-Provence
Where is the AOC of Bellet located
The hills outside of Nice
What grape is growing in popularity in Bellet
Vermentino (Grolle in France)