Provence Flashcards
What is the dominant grape variety in Provencal Rose?
Grenache
Which AOC is known for its level of organic and biodymanic production?
Les Baux de Provence AOC
What is the French term for the retaining walls in terraced vineyards?
Restanque
What is Vin Cuit?
Sweet wine made by cooking the grape must to concentrate sugars.
Which AOC produces predominantly white wines?
Cassis AOC - Clairette and Marssanne
Which AOCs wines are based on Mourvedre?
Bandol AOC
Which AOC uses Braquet Noir grapes?
Bellet AOC
How many DGCs are there in Cote de Provence AOC?
5
Which DGC uses Carbonic Maceration?
St-Victoire
Which DGC has a minimum oak aging requirement?
Frejus - 6 month in oak barrels
What is the traditional bottle shape of Provence called?
Flute a Corset
How many Cru Classes are there in Provence?
18
What is a Vin de Soif?
A thirst quenching wine
What is a Vin de Gastronomie?
A food wine
Which areas have an oak aging requirement?
- Bandol AOC
- Palette AOC
- Cote de Provence Frejus DGC
Why do growers harvest their grapes at night?
Machine harvesting at night allows for decrease oxidation due to lower temperatures.
What are the dominant soil types in East and West Provence?
East - Schist
West - Limestone
What percentage of wine production in Provence is Rose?
90%
What are the predominant training methods in Provence?
Gobelet and Guyot
