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Rhone: Southern Rhone Appellations Flashcards

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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
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Rank the Cotes du Rhone AOC hierarchy from top to bottom.

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  1. Crus (17)
  2. Cotes du Rhones Villages + named village DGC: 22 DGC villages
  3. Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC: 95 villages
  4. Cotes du Rhones AOC: 171 villages
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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

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What percentage of production in the entire Rhone Valley does Cotes du Rhones AOC represent?

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> 40%

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How much area do the Cotes du Rhones AOC vineyards cover?

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75,000ac/30,000ha

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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

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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.

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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

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How much area do the Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC vineyards cover?

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22,200ac/9,000ha

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How do the wines of Cotes du Rhones AOC compare to those of Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC?

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  • Laws governing the production of CDRV are more stringent
  • CDRV wines are expected to exhibit more distinct & concentrated flavors & aromas and to age longer
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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

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Cotes du Rhones Villages 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, Carignan, Cinsaut, Counoise, Muscardin, Piquepoul Noir, Terret Noir

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Name the DGC villages of Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC.

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  1. Chusclan
  2. Gadagne
  3. Laudun
  4. Massif d’Uchaux
  5. Nyons
  6. Plan de Dieu
  7. Puymeras
  8. Roaix
  9. Rochegude
  10. Rousset-les-Vignes
  11. Sablet
  12. Saint-Andeol
  13. Saint-Gervais
  14. Saint-Maurice
  15. Saint-Pantaleon-les-Vignes
  16. Sainte-Cecile
  17. Seguret
  18. Signargues
  19. Suze-la-Rousse
  20. Vaison-la-Romaine
  21. Valreas
  22. Visan

(as of 2020)

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What are the regulations for Cotes du Rhones Villages AOC DGC wines?

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Red wines:
* lower yields
* higher potential alcohol
* min. 66% must comprise at least 2 principal grapes; one must be Grenache

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How much vineyard area do the 9 crus of Southern Rhone cover?

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27,000ac/11,000ha

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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
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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.

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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,

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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
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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.

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Name the Southern Rhone Crus.

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  1. Vinsobres AOC (2006): 6% of total Southern crus production
  2. Rasteau AOC (1944, Dry Red 2010): 10%
  3. Cairanne AOC (2018): 9%
  4. Gigondas AOC (1971): 11%
  5. Vacqueyras AOC (1990): 14%
  6. Beaumes de Venise AOC (2005): 6%
  7. Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC (1936): 27%
  8. Lirac AOC (1947): 6%
  9. Tavel AOC (1936): 9%
  10. Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC (1945): 2%
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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.

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What soil types are found in Vinsobres AOC?

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Sands & clays with pockets of gravel & limestone.

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What percentage of the vineyards in Vinsobres AOC are organically farmed?

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> 30%

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What styles of wine are produced in Vinsobres AOC?

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Red: Grenache-based and must contain either Syrah or Mourvedre

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Vinsobres AOC?

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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

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Describe the landscape of Rasteau AOC.

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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?

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  • Marls
  • Red clay
  • Sand
  • Pockets of gravel
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What styles of wine are produced in Rasteau AOC?

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  • Red: predominantly GSM blends
  • Fortified White
  • Fortified Rose
  • Fortified Red
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Rasteau AOC?

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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

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What soil types are found in Cairanne AOC?

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Stony pebbles

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What styles of wine are produced in Cairanne AOC?

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  • 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.

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Cairanne AOC?

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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

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Name the 3 Southern Rhone Cru appellations that are nestled in the foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail.

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  • 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.

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What soil types are found in Gigondas AOC?

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  • Marls
  • Limestone
  • Sand
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What styles of wine are produced in Gigondas AOC?

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  • Rose: production is very small
  • Red

Both must be made from Grenache & either Syrah or Mourvedre.

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Gigondas AOC?

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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

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What are the characteristics of wines from Gigondas AOC?

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These are wines of freshness & nuance; they are brisk yet firmly structured.

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What soil types are found in Vacqueyras AOC?

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A complex mix of sand & silt atop limestone, sandstone & marl.

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What styles of wine are produced in Vacqueyras AOC?

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  • Dry White: can be comprised of any of the white grapes
  • Rose: mostly Grenache with Mourvedre & Cinsaut
  • Red: predominantly GSM blends
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How does Vacqueyras AOC compare to Gigondas AOC?

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Vacqueyras is generally warmer and produces fleshier, meatier reds. The grapes ripen earlier.

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Vacqueyras AOC?

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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

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What soil types are found in Beaumes de Venise AOC?

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A complex array of marls, limestones & clays.

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What style of wine is produced in Beaumes de Venise AOC?

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Red: Grenache is mandatory & at least 60% must be Grenache, Syrah and/or Mourvedre

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Beaumes de Venise AOC?

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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

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Name the 3 Southern Rhone Cru appellations that lie on the open expanse of the valley floor.

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  • 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.

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Which appellation is the largest of the Southern Rhone Crus?

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Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC

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What soil types are found in Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC?

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  • Limestone
  • Sandstone
  • Clay
  • Galets
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What style of wine is produced in Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC?

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  • 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 AOCs in France in terms of blending rules.

Half of production is exported internationally.

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC?

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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).

*Errata 2022

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What are the characteristics of wines from Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC?

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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.

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What styles of wine are produced in Lirac AOC?

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  • Dry White: primarily Clairette, Bourboulenc & Grenache Blanc
  • Rose: mostly Grenache, Cinsaut, Syrah & Mourvedre; made by saignee & direct press
  • Red: same grapes as rose
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Lirac AOC?

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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

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What are the characteristics of Lirac AOC wines?

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  • White wines are medium-bodied and rather soft.
  • The roses are fairly dark in colour and are generous on the palate.
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What soil types are found in Tavel AOC?

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  • Sand
  • Limestone
  • Galets
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What style of wine is produced in Tavel AOC?

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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

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Tavel AOC?

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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)

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Why do the wines of Tavel AOC stand out among roses?

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For their concentration, structure & their depth of colour.

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Name the 2 Southern Rhone Cru villages that craft fortified sweet wines.

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  • Rasteau AOC
  • Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC
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What sweet styles of wine are produced in Rasteau AOC?

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  • Fortified White: VDNs 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; VDNs 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: VDNs made from min. 90% of all 3 Grenaches; no aging requirement
  • Fortified Red: VDNs 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.”

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Rasteau AOC?

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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

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What styles of wine are produced in Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC?

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  • 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

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Which grape varieties are permitted in Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC?

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White:
* [P] Muscat a Petits Grains Blanc

Red:
* [P] Muscat a Petits Grains Rouge

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Name the 7 non-CDR AOCs of the Southern Rhone.

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  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)
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Where are the non-CDR Southern Rhone AOCs located?

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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 AOCs not included in the Cotes du Rhone zone of production?

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  • Larges size
  • Atypical mesoclimates
  • Grape focus
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Which of the non-CDR Southern Rhone AOCs has the largest production?

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Ventoux AOC

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Where is Ventoux AOC located?

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This appellation lies along the southeastern section of the Southern Rhone, just outside the Cotes du Rhone zone of production.

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Where does Ventoux AOC get its name?

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This AOC is named after Mont Ventoux, a 6,273ft/1,912m peak made famous by the Tour de France.

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What is the climate in Ventoux AOC?

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Mediterranean with alpine influences.

This combination has engendered a unique biodiversity that earned it UNESCO recognition as a Biosphere Reserve.

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What styles of wine are produced in Ventoux AOC?

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  • 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?

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White:
* [P] Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne
* [S] Marsanne, Viognier, Vermentino

Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsaut, Carignan
* [S] Counoise, Piquepoul Noir, Marselan

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Where is Luberon AOC located?

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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?

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Mediterranean (abundant sunshine)
with strong continental influences (cool nights & winters).

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What styles of wine are produced in Luberon AOC?

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  • Dry White
  • Rose: >50% of production
  • Red
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Which grape varieties are permitted in Luberon AOC?

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White:
* [P] Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne, Vermentino
* [S] Viognier, Ugni Blanc

Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
* [S] Carignan, Cinsaut, Marselan

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Where is Costieres de Nimes AOC located?

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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?

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  • 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?

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  • 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?

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White:
* [P] Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne
* [S] Bourboulenc, Clairette, Macabeu Viognier, Vermentino

Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
* [S] Carignan, Cinsaut, Marselan

81
Q

Where is Cotes du Vivarais AOC located?

A

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.

82
Q

What styles of wine are produced in Cotes du Vivarais AOC?

A
  • 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.

83
Q

Which grape varieties are permitted in Cotes du Vivarais AOC?

A

White:
* [P] Grenache Blanc
* [S] Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Clairette

Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah
* [S] Cinsaut, Marselan

84
Q

Where is Duche d’Uzes AOC located?

A

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
Q

What styles of wine are produced in Duche d’Uzes AOC?

A
  • Dry White
  • Rose
  • Red

The majority of production is red & white and focuses on the 4 primary grapes.

86
Q

Which grape varieties are permitted in Duche d’Uzes AOC?

A

White:
* [P] Grenache Blanc, Viognier
* [S] Marsanne, Roussanne, Vermentino, Clairette, Ugni Blanc

Red:
* [P] Grenache, Syrah
* [S] Carignan, Mourvedre, Cinsaut

87
Q

Where is Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC located?

A

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.

  • Errata 2022: Tricastin is mispelled in the textbook
88
Q

What styles of wine are produced in Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC?

A
  • Dry White
  • Rose
  • Red

Production is mostly red.
Like Cotes du Vivarais, cooler conditions produce more septentrionale-styled wines.

89
Q

Which grape varieties are permitted in Grignan-les-Adhemar AOC?

A

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

90
Q

Where is Clairette de Bellegarde AOC located?

A

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”.

91
Q

What style of wine is produced in Clairette de Bellegarde AOC?

A

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.

92
Q

Where is Clairette de Bellegarde AOC located?

A

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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