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Regions, Terroir and Varietals of France (2.0) Flashcards

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What is Sancerre known for?

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Sauvignon Blanc, crisp whites with citrus and grassy notes, produced in the Loire Valley.

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What is Pouilly-Fumé known for?

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Sauvignon Blanc, similar to Sancerre, with a smoky, flinty minerality, from the Loire Valley.

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What grape is used in Vouvray?

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Chenin Blanc, ranging from dry to sweet or sparkling, from the Loire Valley.

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What is Chinon known for?

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Cabernet Franc, medium-bodied reds with red berry, herbal, and earthy characteristics, from the Loire Valley.

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What grape dominates Médoc wines?

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Cabernet Sauvignon, producing structured, tannic reds on Bordeaux’s Left Bank.

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What is Pomerol known for?

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Merlot-dominant blends with plush, rich flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate, from Bordeaux’s Right Bank.

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What makes Sauternes unique?

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Botrytized dessert wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with flavors of apricot, honey, and marmalade.

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What grape is the focus of Côte de Nuits?

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Pinot Noir, elegant reds with cherry, mushroom, and earthy flavors, produced in Burgundy.

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What is the main grape in Côte de Beaune whites?

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Chardonnay, minerally whites with citrus, apple, and buttery notes, produced in Burgundy.

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What is Chablis known for?

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Chardonnay, producing lean, unoaked, and mineral-driven whites in northern Burgundy.

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What are the main grapes in Champagne?

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Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, used for sparkling wines made using the traditional method.

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What grape dominates Côte-Rôtie wines?

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Syrah, full-bodied reds with blackberry, pepper, and smoky notes, from Northern Rhône.

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What makes Hermitage special?

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Bold, structured reds made from Syrah, with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and earthy characteristics, from Northern Rhône.

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What grape is dominant in Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

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Grenache, often blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, producing powerful, spicy reds in Southern Rhône.

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What is Alsace known for?

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Aromatic white wines, primarily Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, often dry with floral, peach, and citrus notes.

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What is Provence best known for?

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Dry rosés made from Grenache and Mourvèdre, with flavors of strawberry, watermelon, and herbal notes.

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What is Picpoul de Pinet known for?

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Zesty, saline whites made from Picpoul, with green apple and citrus qualities, produced in Languedoc.

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What is Banyuls famous for?

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Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, produced in Languedoc.

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What makes Jura’s Vin Jaune unique?

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Oxidative white wines made from Savagnin, with nutty, sherry-like flavors, from Château-Chalon in Jura.

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What grape is common in Savoie wines?

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Jacquère, producing light, crisp Alpine whites with citrus and floral notes.

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What grape dominates Corsican reds?

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Nielluccio (Sangiovese), medium-bodied reds with cherry, herbal, and earthy flavors, produced in Patrimonio and Ajaccio.

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What grape is used in Bandol reds?

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Mourvèdre, producing bold, dark reds with black fruit and savory herbal notes, from Provence.

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What is Graves known for?

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Dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, with citrus, floral, and mineral notes.

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What is the main grape in Saint-Émilion wines?

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Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc, producing elegant reds with plum, red berry, and earthy notes.

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What wines are produced in Entre-Deux-Mers?

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Crisp, dry whites made from Sauvignon Blanc, grown between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers.

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What makes Pessac-Léognan special?

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Reds made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with tobacco, cassis, and graphite flavors.

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What wines are Mâconnais known for?

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Affordable whites made from Chardonnay, with ripe apple, melon, and buttery notes, from Burgundy.

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What is Côte Chalonnaise known for?

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Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, including the villages of Rully and Mercurey.

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What grape is dominant in Cornas wines?

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Syrah, producing robust reds with black pepper, leather, and dark fruit, from Northern Rhône.

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What style of wine is Tavel famous for?

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Dry, full-bodied rosés made from Grenache and Cinsault, with red berry, citrus, and herbal notes.

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What is Saumur known for?

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Sparkling Crémant de Loire and structured reds made from Cabernet Franc.

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What grape is used in Muscadet wines?

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Melon de Bourgogne, producing light, saline whites, often paired with seafood, from the Loire Valley.

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What is Alsace Pinot Gris known for?

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Rich, aromatic whites with peach, honey, and spice.

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What is Alsace Muscat known for?

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Perfumed, fruity whites with floral and grape-like notes.

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What wines are produced in Cassis?

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Aromatic whites made from Marsanne and Clairette, with citrus, floral, and herbal notes, from Provence.

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What is Minervois known for?

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Earthy reds made from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, produced in Languedoc.

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What style of wine is Banyuls famous for?

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Fortified sweet wines made from Grenache, with flavors of raisin, chocolate, and fig, from Languedoc.

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What wines are produced in Arbois?

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Light-bodied reds made from Poulsard and Trousseau, with red berry and earthy notes, from Jura.

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What is Crémant du Jura?

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Sparkling wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with bright citrus and toasty notes.

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What is Ajaccio known for?

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Medium-bodied reds made from Sciaccarellu and Vermentino, with savory herb and red berry notes, from Corsica.

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What is Savoie known for?

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Alpine whites made from Altesse and Jacquère, with bright acidity, citrus, and floral notes.

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What grapes are allowed in Bordeaux?

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Red: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère | White: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle

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What grapes are allowed in Burgundy?

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Red: Pinot Noir | White: Chardonnay, Aligoté

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What grapes are allowed in Champagne?

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Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier

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What grapes are allowed in Rhône Valley?

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Northern Rhône: Syrah (red), Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne (white) | Southern Rhône: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault (red), Clairette, Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne (white)

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What grapes are allowed in Alsace?

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Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Pinot Noir

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What grapes are allowed in Loire Valley?

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White: Sauvignon Blanc (Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé), Chenin Blanc (Vouvray, Saumur), Melon de Bourgogne (Muscadet) | Red: Cabernet Franc (Chinon, Saumur), Pinot Noir (Sancerre)

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What grapes are allowed in Provence?

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Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Carignan, Rolle (Vermentino)

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What grapes are allowed in Languedoc?

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Red: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Cinsault | White: Picpoul, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, Bourboulenc

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What grapes are allowed in Jura?

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Red: Poulsard, Trousseau, Pinot Noir | White: Savagnin, Chardonnay

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What grapes are allowed in Savoie?

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White: Jacquère, Altesse (Roussette), Chasselas | Red: Mondeuse, Gamay, Pinot Noir

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What grapes are allowed in Corsica?

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Red: Nielluccio (Sangiovese), Sciaccarellu | White: Vermentino (Rolle)

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What grapes are allowed in Beaujolais?

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Gamay

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What grapes are allowed in Southwest France?

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Red: Tannat (Madiran), Malbec (Cahors), Négrette (Fronton) | White: Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng (Jurançon), Colombard

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What is the soil and terroir of Bordeaux?

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Gravel (Left Bank – Médoc), Clay & Limestone (Right Bank – Pomerol, Saint-Émilion), influencing structure & minerality.

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What is the soil and terroir of Burgundy?

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Limestone & Marl (Côte d’Or), Granite (Beaujolais), providing finesse & minerality.

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What is the soil and terroir of Champagne?

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Chalk & Limestone, crucial for drainage & freshness in sparkling wines.

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What is the soil and terroir of Rhône Valley?

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Granite (Northern Rhône – Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie), Pebbles & Sand (Southern Rhône – Châteauneuf-du-Pape), adding power & complexity.

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What is the soil and terroir of Alsace?

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Diverse soils: Granite, Limestone, Schist, Volcanic, influencing aromatic intensity.

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What is the soil and terroir of Loire Valley?

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Tuffeau Limestone (Vouvray, Chinon), Flint & Silex (Pouilly-Fumé, Sancerre), enhancing minerality & crispness.

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What is the soil and terroir of Provence?

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Limestone & Schist, with a Mediterranean climate for dry rosés.

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What is the soil and terroir of Languedoc?

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Varied soils: Limestone, Clay, Schist, promoting bold & structured reds.

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What is the soil and terroir of Jura?

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Marl & Limestone, ideal for oxidative styles like Vin Jaune.

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What is the soil and terroir of Savoie?

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Glacial Deposits & Limestone, creating fresh, high-acid wines.

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What is the soil and terroir of Corsica?

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Granite & Volcanic, contributing to structured, mineral-driven wines.

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What is the soil and terroir of Beaujolais?

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Granite (Best for Cru Beaujolais like Morgon), lending vibrancy to Gamay.

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What is the soil and terroir of Southwest France?

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Clay & Limestone (Cahors – Malbec), Gravel & Sand (Madiran – Tannat), affecting tannin structure.

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