Rhone: Southern Rhone Appellations Flashcards
1
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How many wine-producing villages are there in the Rhone Valley?
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300
- 171 are encompassed by the regional Cotes du Rhone AOC
- 95 can bottle under Cotes du Rhone Villages AOC
- 22 of the Villages AOC are DGCs
2
Q
Rank the Cotes du Rhone AOC hierarchy from top to bottom.
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- Crus (17)
- Cotes du Rhones Villages + named village DGC: 22 DGC villages
- Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC: 95 villages
- Cotes du Rhones AOC: 171 villages
3
Q
How are villages able to receive promotion through the hierarchy?
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There is periodic promotion:
* from Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC to Cotes du Rhones Villages + named village (DGC)
* from named village (DGC) to Cru.
In 2020, Nyons was promoted to Cotes du Rhones Villages + named village DGC.
It is expected that Laudun will be promoted to be the next Southern Rhone Cru in 2023. *
*Erratus 2022
4
Q
What percentage of production in the entire Rhone Valley does Cotes du Rhones AOC represent?
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> 40%
5
Q
How much area do the Cotes du Rhones AOC vineyards cover?
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75,000ac/30,000ha
6
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What styles of wine are produced in Cotes du Rhones AOC?
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- Dry White: must contain a majority of the primary white varieties in any combination & proportion; in practice, Grenache Blanc is the backbone of most blends
- Rose: same as red, with Cinsaut often incorporated
- Red: see below for specifics
Red wines vinified south of Montelimar: at least 2 principal grapes must comprise min. 60% of the blend, with Grenache being mandatory.
Red wines vinified north of Montelimar: only 1 principal grape is mandated (but no specified), & must comprise min. 60% of blend
7
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What does Cinsault contribute to rose blends in Cotes du Rhones AOC?
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Adds finesse, perfume & fruit without contributing much tannin or pigment.
8
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Which grape varieties are permitted under Cotes du Rhones AOC?
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White:
* [P] Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier
* [S] Piquepoul Blanc, Ugni Blanc
Rose/Gris:
* [P] Clairette Rose, Grenache Gris
Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
* [S] Brun Argente, Caladoc, Carignan, Cinsaut, Counoise, Couston, Marselan, Muscardin, Piquepoul Noir, Terret Noir
9
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How much area do the Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC vineyards cover?
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22,200ac/9,000ha
10
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How do the wines of Cotes du Rhones AOC compare to those of Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC?
A
- Laws governing the production of CDRV are more stringent
- CDRV wines are expected to exhibit more distinct & concentrated flavors & aromas and to age longer
11
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What styles of wine are produced in Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC?
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- Dry White: must have majority of primary white grapes
- Rose: no prescribed blend; similar to CDR wines
- Red: 66% of blend must be comprised of at least 2 principal grapes, Grenache must be one of these
> 95% red wines
12
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC?
A
White:
* [P] Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier
* [S] Piquepoul Blanc, Ugni Blanc
Rose/Gris:
* [P] Clairette Rose, Grenache Gris
Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
* [S] Brun Argente, Carignan, Cinsaut, Counoise, Muscardin, Piquepoul Noir, Terret Noir
13
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Name the DGC villages of Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC.
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- Chusclan
- Gadagne
- Laudun
- Massif d’Uchaux
- Nyons
- Plan de Dieu
- Puymeras
- Roaix
- Rochegude
- Rousset-les-Vignes
- Sablet
- Saint-Andeol
- Saint-Gervais
- Saint-Maurice
- Saint-Pantaleon-les-Vignes
- Sainte-Cecile
- Seguret
- Signargues
- Suze-la-Rousse
- Vaison-la-Romaine
- Valreas
- Visan
(as of 2020)
14
Q
What are the regulations for Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC DGC wines?
A
Red wines:
* lower yields
* higher potential alcohol
* min. 66% must comprise at least 2 principal grapes; one must be Grenache
15
Q
How much vineyard area do the 9 crus of Southern Rhone cover?
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27,000ac/11,000ha
16
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What percentage of Southern Rhone Cru production is red, white or rose?
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- 85% red
- 10% rose
- 5% white
17
Q
What grape varieties contribute to the core red blends of the Southern Rhone Crus?
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- Grenache
- Syrah
- Mourvedre
This can be supplemented with any other red varieties grown in Southern Rhone.
A few white varieties may be added to the mix in varying degrees depending on the specific AOC.
18
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What grape varieties contribute to the core white blends of the Southern Rhone Crus?
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- Grenache Blanc
- Bourboulenc
- Clairette
- Marsanne
- Roussanne
This can be supplemented with any of the other white varieties grown in the Southern Rhone; the grapes and the percentages vary for each specific AOC,
19
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Which grape varieties contribute to the roses of the Southern Rhone Crus?
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- Grenache: primarily
- Cinsault: blending partner
- Syrah: blending partner
20
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Which grape varieties contribute to the VDNS of the Southern Rhone Crus?
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Grenache or Muscat a Petits Grains depending on the AOC.
21
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Name the Southern Rhone Crus.
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- Vinsobres AOC (2006): 6% of total Southern crus production
- Rasteau AOC (1944, Dry Red 2010): 10%
- Cairanne AOC (2018): 9%
- Gigondas AOC (1971): 11%
- Vacqueyras AOC (1990): 14%
- Beaumes de Venise AOC (2005): 6%
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC (1936): 27%
- Lirac AOC (1947): 6%
- Tavel AOC (1936): 9%
- Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC (1945): 2%
22
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Name the 3 hilltops crus in the northeastern section of the Southern Rhone.
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- Vinsobres AOC: 650-1,500ft/200-450m; vines are vooled by local night winds
- Rasteau AOC: 750ft/230m (average)
- Cairanne AOC
These vineyards are largely above the plain and at an elevation high enough to mitigate the summer heat.
23
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What soil types are found in Vinsobres AOC?
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Sands & clays with pockets of gravel & limestone.
24
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What percentage of the vineyards in Vinsobres AOC are organically farmed?
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> 30%
25
What styles of wine are produced in **Vinsobres AOC**?
*Red*: **Grenache**-based and must contain either **Syrah** or **Mourvedre**
26
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Vinsobres AOC**?
White:
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**,
**Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
27
Describe the landscape of **Rasteau AOC**.
This *cru* possesses a unique mesoclimate.
Almost all of its vineyards face south, creating a large-scale amphitheater that traps sunlight & blocks the *Mistral*.
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What soil types are found in **Rasteau AOC**?
* *Marls*
* *Red clay*
* *Sand*
* Pockets of *gravel*
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What styles of wine are produced in **Rasteau AOC**?
* *Red*: predominantly **GSM** blends
* *Fortified White*
* *Fortified Rose*
* *Fortified Red*
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Which grape varieties are permitted in **Rasteau AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Grenache Blanc**
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [P] **Grenache Gris**
* [S] **Clairette Rose**,
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**,
**Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
31
What soil types are found in **Cairanne AOC**?
Stony pebbles
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What styles of wine are produced in **Cairanne AOC**?
* *Dry White*: typically **Clairette** & supplemented with **Roussanne** and/or **Grenache Blanc**
* *Red*: **Grenache**-based with **Syrah** and/or **Mourvedre** as primay blending partners
A large percentage of production is *red*, and nearly half is exported.
33
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Cairanne AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Marsanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**,
**Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
34
Name the **3 Southern Rhone *Cru*** appellations that are nestled in the foothills of the *Dentelles de Montmirail*.
* **Gigondas AOC**:: 1,330ft/405m; most vineyards are northwest- and west-facing
* **Vacqueyras AOC**
* **Beaumes de Venise AOC**: 1,000ft/300m; the *Dentelles* serve as a windbreak sheltering vines from the *Mistral*, so temperatures climb
These foothills serve as a sun trap and/or wind block for the vines (depending on their location).
All beneift from the cool air masses which descend from the *Dentelles*' lofty peaks at night. Cool temperatures help to preserve acidity in the grapes.
35
What soil types are found in **Gigondas AOC**?
* *Marls*
* *Limestone*
* *Sand*
36
What styles of wine are produced in **Gigondas AOC**?
* *Rose*: production is very small
* *Red*
Both must be made from **Grenache** & either **Syrah** or **Mourvedre**.
37
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Gigondas AOC**?
White:
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**,
**Brun Argente**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
38
What are the characteristics of wines from **Gigondas AOC**?
These are wines of freshness & nuance; they are brisk yet firmly structured.
39
What soil types are found in **Vacqueyras AOC**?
A complex mix of *sand* & *silt* atop *limestone*, *sandstone* & *marl*.
40
What styles of wine are produced in **Vacqueyras AOC**?
* *Dry White*: can be comprised of any of the white grapes
* *Rose*: mostly **Grenache** with **Mourvedre** & **Cinsaut**
* *Red*: predominantly **GSM** blends
41
How does **Vacqueyras AOC** compare to **Gigondas AOC**?
**Vacqueyras** is generally warmer and produces fleshier, meatier reds. The grapes ripen earlier.
42
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Vacqueyras AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Viognier**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**
* [S] **Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
43
What soil types are found in **Beaumes de Venise AOC**?
A complex array of *marls*, *limestones* & *clays*.
44
What style of wine is produced in **Beaumes de Venise AOC**?
*Red*: **Grenache** is mandatory & at least 60% must be **Grenache**, **Syrah** and/or **Mourvedre**
45
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Beaumes de Venise AOC**?
White:
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**,
**Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
46
Name the **3 Southern Rhone *Cru*** appellations that lie on the open expanse of the valley floor.
* **Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**: *Left Bank*
* **Lirac AOC**: *Right Bank*; hot, sunny, dry location & poor soils retard vine vigor, resulting in low yields of top-quality fruit
* **Tavel AOC**: *Right Bank*
These appellations are exposed to the full brunt of the *Mistral* and flank the **Rhone River**.
47
Which appellation is the largest of the **Southern Rhone *Crus***?
**Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**
48
What soil types are found in **Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**?
* *Limestone*
* *Sandstone*
* *Clay*
* *Galets*
49
What style of wine is produced in **Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**?
* *Dry White*
* *Red*
A wine can be made with just **1** of the approved varieties, **all** of them or any combination of them.
This is one of the least restrictive **AOC**s in France in terms of blending rules.
Half of production is exported internationally.
50
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**, **Picardan**, **Piquepoul Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [P] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**, **Piquepoul Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**, **Brun Argente**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
There are **13** sanctioned grapes (* **18** counting colour variations).
## Footnote
*Errata 2022
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What are the characteristics of wines from **Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC**?
The red wines are powerfully full-bodied, fleshy and generous with ripe tannins and "sweet," often, jammy fruit. Some wines may display heady aromas of Kirsch & garrigue.
The whites are similarly full-bodied, often with a hint of garrigue.
52
What styles of wine are produced in **Lirac AOC**?
* *Dry White*: primarily **Clairette**, **Bourboulenc** & **Grenache Blanc**
* *Rose*: mostly **Grenache**, **Cinsaut**, **Syrah** & **Mourvedre**; made by *saignee* & direct press
* *Red*: same grapes as *rose*
53
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Lirac AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**
* [S] **Marsanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**
* [S] **Carignan**, **Counoise**, **Piquepoul Noir**
54
What are the characteristics of **Lirac AOC** wines?
* *White* wines are medium-bodied and rather soft.
* The *roses* are fairly dark in colour and are generous on the palate.
55
What soil types are found in **Tavel AOC**?
* *Sand*
* *Limestone*
* *Galets*
56
What style of wine is produced in **Tavel AOC**?
*Rose*: **Grenache** is required and no one variety can exceed **60%** of the blend
* vinification is via maceration, by law (this is the same process as *saignee* except that all the juice is used for *rose* production; no *red* wine is produced.
* wines are always vinified dry
57
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Tavel AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Piquepoul Blanc**
* [S] **Carignan Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [P] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**, **Piquepoul Gris
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**, **Piquepoul Noir**
* [S] **Carignan**, **Calitor**
There are **9** sanctioned grapes (**15** counting colour variations)
58
Why do the wines of **Tavel AOC** stand out among *roses*?
For their concentration, structure & their depth of colour.
59
Name the **2** **Southern Rhone *Cru*** villages that craft fortified sweet wines.
* **Rasteau AOC**
* **Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC**
60
What sweet styles of wine are produced in **Rasteau AOC**?
* *Fortified White*: **VDN**s produced in a *blanc* (reductive) style have min. **90% Grenache Blanc** and/or **Grenache Gris** & can be released May 1 of the year after harvest if they have at least 3 months in bottle; **VDN**s made in an *ambre* (oxidative) style can include any **Grenache** (**Noir**, **Gris** & **Blanc**) and must comprise min. **90%** of blend and matured until at least March 1 of the third year after harvest
* *Fortified Rose*: **VDN**s made from min. **90%** of all **3 Grenaches**; no aging requirement
* *Fortified Red*: **VDN**s produced in a *grenat* (reductive) or *tuile* (oxidative) style; must comprise min. **75%** **Grenache Noir** & all **3 Grenaches** must make up at least **90%** of the blend; *Grenat* is aged the same length as *blanc* and *tuile* the same as *ambre*.
Min. 4.5% (45g/l) RS
Min. 15% abv
VDNs here have only 15ac/6ha under vine
Wines labeled *hors d'age* have undergone five years of oxidative aging.
Those labeled *rancio* have achieved "the taste of *rancio*."
61
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Rasteau AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Grenache Blanc**
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Roussanne**, **Marsanne**, **Viognier**, **Piquepoul Blanc**, **Ugni Blanc**
Rose/Gris:
* [P] **Grenache Gris**
* [S] **Clairette Rose**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**
* [S] **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Brun Argente**, **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Counoise**, **Muscardin**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Terret Noir**
62
What styles of wine are produced in **Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC**?
* *Fortified White*: 83% of production
* *Fortified Rose*: 15% of production
* *Fortified Red*: 25 of production
All wines are made in a fresh, reductive style.
Min. 10% (100g/l) RS
Min. 15% abv
63
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Muscat a Petits Grains Blanc**
Red:
* [P] **Muscat a Petits Grains Rouge**
64
Name the **7** non-**CDR** **AOC**s of the **Southern Rhone**.
1. **Ventoux AOC** (1973): **38%** of total non-CDR production
2. **Luberon AOC** (1988): **24%**
3. **Costieres de Nimes AOC** (1986): **27%**
4. Cotes du Vivarais AOC (1999): **1%**
5. Duche d'Uzes AOC (2012): **2%**
6. Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC (1973): **8%**
7. Clairette de Bellegarde AOC (1949)
65
Where are the non-**CDR** **Southern Rhone** **AOC**s located?
These appellatins flank the **Cotes du Rhone** zone of production to the east, west and south.
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Why are the non-**CDR** **Southern Rhone AOC**s not included in the **Cotes du Rhone** zone of production?
* Larges size
* Atypical mesoclimates
* Grape focus
67
Which of the non-**CDR** **Southern Rhone AOC**s has the largest production?
**Ventoux AOC**
68
Where is **Ventoux AOC** located?
This appellation lies along the southeastern section of the **Southern Rhon**e, just outside the **Cotes du Rhone** zone of production.
69
Where does **Ventoux AOC** get its name?
This AOC is named after Mont Ventoux, a 6,273ft/1,912m peak made famous by the Tour de France.
70
What is the climate in **Ventoux AOC**?
**Mediterranean** with **alpine** influences.
This combination has engendered a unique biodiversity that earned it UNESCO recognition as a Biosphere Reserve.
71
What styles of wine are produced in **Ventoux AOC**?
* *Dry White*
* *Rose*: largely via *saignee*; 36% of production
* *Red*: >50%
All wines must be made from at least **2** primary grapes.
Co-ops produce the overwhelming majority.
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Which grape varieties are permitted in **Ventoux AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**
* [S] **Marsanne**, **Viognier**, **Vermentino**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**, **Carignan**
* [S] **Counoise**, **Piquepoul Noir**, **Marselan**
73
Where is **Luberon AOC** located?
This **AOC** lies on the southeastern flank of the **Southern Rhone** between the **Rhone** **AOC** of **Ventoux** and the **Provencal AOC** of **Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence**.
This location has a unique flora & fauna that has earned it UNESCO recognition as a Biosphere Reserve.
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What is the climate in **Luberon AOC**?
**Mediterranean** (abundant sunshine)
with strong continental influences (cool nights & winters).
75
What styles of wine are produced in **Luberon AOC**?
* *Dry White*
* *Rose*: >50% of production
* *Red*
76
Which grape varieties are permitted in **Luberon AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**, **Marsanne**, **Vermentino**
* [S] **Viognier**, **Ugni Blanc**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**
* [S] **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Marselan**
77
Where is **Costieres de Nimes AOC** located?
This **AOC** is located on the *right bank* of the *Rhone River* and is the southernmost appellation in **Rhone** and is therefore most influenced by the *Mediterranean*.
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What are temperatures like in **Costieres de Nimes AOC**?
* Summers are hot
* From June to August, there is an semi-drought with temperatures regularly reaching >95°F/35°C (some of the highest in France)
* Cold air from the Petite Camargue cools the nights
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What styles of wine are produced in **Costieres de Nimes AOC**?
* *Dry White*
* *Rose*
* *Red*
Syrah is the dominant grape here.
>90% of production is red or rose.
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Which grape varieties are permitted in **Costieres de Nimes AOC**?
White:
* [P] **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**, **Marsanne**
* [S] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Macabeu** **Viognier**, **Vermentino**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**, **Mourvedre**
* [S] **Carignan**, **Cinsaut**, **Marselan**
81
Where is Cotes du Vivarais AOC located?
This **AOC** is located on the *right bank* of the **Rhone**, immediately opposite the appellation of **Grignan-les-Adhemar**.
It is cooler than the rest of the **Southern Rhone** and it recieves more rain.
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What styles of wine are produced in Cotes du Vivarais AOC?
* *Dry White*: majority **Grenache Blanc**
* *Rose*: **60-80%** **Grenache**
* *Red*: mostly **Grenache** & **Syrah**
Production is overwhelmingly *red* & *rose*.
The reds, with their jammy black fruits and spices are considered "*le plus septentrionaux des meridionaux*" (the most northerly of the southern) in style.
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Cotes du Vivarais AOC?
White:
* [P] **Grenache Blanc**
* [S] **Roussanne**, **Marsanne**, **Viognier**, **Clairette**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**
* [S] **Cinsaut**, **Marselan**
84
Where is Duche d'Uzes AOC located?
This **AOC** lies northwest of *Nimes* on the *right bank* of the **Rhone**.
Its vineyards stretch from just west of the *Pont du Gard* to the foothills of the *Cevennes Mountains* and cover nearly 700ac/280ha.
85
What styles of wine are produced in Duche d'Uzes AOC?
* *Dry White*
* *Rose*
* *Red*
The majority of production is *red* & *white* and focuses on the **4** primary grapes.
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Duche d'Uzes AOC?
White:
* [P] **Grenache Blanc**, **Viognier**
* [S] **Marsanne**, **Roussanne**, **Vermentino**, **Clairette**, **Ugni Blanc**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**
* [S] **Carignan**, **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**
87
Where is Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC located?
This **AOC**, formerly known as **Coteaux du Tricastin**, lies on the *left bank* of the **Rhone**, just to the south of *Montelimar*.
Its vineyards are at a significant elevation (1,180ft/360m) with the best of them situated on south-facing slopes.
## Footnote
* Errata 2022: Tricastin is mispelled in the textbook
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What styles of wine are produced in Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC?
* *Dry White*
* *Rose*
* *Red*
Production is mostly *red*.
Like **Cotes du Vivarais**, cooler conditions produce more *septentrionale*-styled wines.
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC?
White:
* [P] **Bourboulenc**, **Clairette**, **Grenache Blanc**, **Roussanne**, **Marsanne**, **Viognier**
Rose/Gris:
* [S] **Clairette Rose**, **Grenache Gris**
Red:
* [P] **Grenache**, **Syrah**
* [S] **Mourvedre**, **Cinsaut**, **Carignan**, **Marselan**
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Where is Clairette de Bellegarde AOC located?
This AOC lies within the appellation of Costieres de Nimes.
This minuscule zone covers a mere 20ac/8ha.
Its soil is often referred to as a "gravel desert".
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What style of wine is produced in Clairette de Bellegarde AOC?
*Dry White*: from only **Clairette**
This **AOC** is dedicated to the production of this white wine and its tiny output is rarely seen outside its zone of production.
**1** co-op bottles most of what is produced.
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Where is Clairette de Bellegarde AOC located?
This AOC lies within the appellation of Costieres de Nimes.
This minuscule zone covers a mere 20ac/8ha.
Its soil is often referred to as a "gravel desert".
