South France (4 regions) - Dordogne 4.4

Question 1

Where is Dordogne?

Answer 1

Southeast of Bordeaux’s Right Bank

Question 2

Any notable geographic features?

Answer 2

The Dordogne river flows west from its origin in the Massif Central, runs through the region of Bergerac.

Question 3

In the Bergerac AOP of Dordogne, what kind of wine grapes grown and what kind of wine is made?

Answer 3

White grape varieties: Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Muscadelle.
Dry white wines

Red grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Cot (Malbec), Merlot
Dry red and rosé

Question 3

What’s the climate in Dordogne?

Answer 3

Continental

Question 4

In the Monbazillac AOP, what kind of grapes are grown and what kind of wine is made?

Answer 4

White grape varieties: Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon.

Wine style: Botrytis-affected sweet wines

Question 5

Monbazillac:

Answer 5

Sweet: Fruit-based desserts, peaches, caramel, citrus, apricots, pears, apple-based desserts.

Savory: Foie gras, savory dishes with sweeter sauces.

Salty cheeses, creamy cheeses.