South France (4 regions) - Provence 1.4

Question 1

Where is Provence?

Answer 1

French Mediterranean coastline, from the border of Italy to the Rhône River.

Question 2

Why type of soil is used in Provence?

Question 2

What’s the climate in Provence?

Answer 2

Mediterranean

Question 5

What kinds of wines are made in Provence?

Answer 5

Nearly 90% dry rosé production.

Question 6

What are the white grape variety names of Provence?

Answer 6

Clairette, Ugni Blanc (Trebbiano in Italy), Rolle (Vermentino in Italy)

Question 7

What are the red grape variety names of Provence?

Answer 7

Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre

Question 8

What’s the AOP of Provence?

Answer 8

Côtes de Provence AOP

Question 9

What are the grape varieties of Côtes de Provence AOP?

Answer 9

Grape Varieties: Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah. Wine Style: Dry rosé-dominant.

Question 10

What are the grapes and wine style of Bandol AOP?

Answer 10

Grape Varieties: Mourvèdre (min 50%), Grenache, Cinsault. Wine Style: Dry, red wine-dominant.

Question 11

Name some producer/proprietary brands of Bandol

Answer 11

Domaine Tempier, Château de Pibarnon, Château Pradeaux

Question 12

Tell me about the history of the Côtes de Provence.

Answer 12

Birthplace of wine in France. Has been producing wine since 600 BCE.

Question 13

What to pair with Provence wines?

Answer 13

Dry rosé: Shellfish, fish, local fare, bouillabaisse.

Bandol: Beef, lamb