Southern Rhône Flashcards
What makes up the terroir in the Southern Rhône?
The Mistral
What are the three main red grape varieties?
Grenache
Syrah
Mourvèdre
What are the main white varieties?
Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Marsanne, Roussanne, Bourboulenc and Viognier
What wine is produced in Beaumes-de-Venise AOC?
Red wine:
Syrah
Grenache
Other red varieties
The white and rose wines from Beaumes-de-Venise are sold under what appellation?
Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC
What does VDN mean?
Vin Doux Naturelle
What wine is produced in Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC?
VDN from Muscat a Petit Grains noir et blanc
How is Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise produced?
Grape spirit (Brandy) is added to the arrest the fermentation at a minimum of 100 g/L residual sugar and 15 % abv
What wines are produced in Cairanne AOC?
Red, white and rosé
What is an important factor in the soil of Châteauneuf-du-Pape?
Gallettes or pudding stones
How are wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape made of?
Blend of up to 13 grapes
5 Most important variety in Châteauneuf du Pape
Grenache
Syrah
Cinsault
Counoise
Mourvèdre
What must contain a red from Gigondas AOC?
Max. 80 % Grenache
Min. 15 % Syrah and Mourvèdre
Max. 10 % Other varietals
What very good wine is made in Grignan-Les-Adhémar?
Rosé Saignée
What wine is produced in Rasteau AOC?
Red VDNs - 90 % Grenache Noir