SW France Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Cahors?
A
On river lot
2
Q
Where is the fertile soil in Cahors?
A
Valley floor
3
Q
What 3 grapes are in Cahors?
A
Malbec
Merlot
Tannat
4
Q
What is the malbec in Cahors like?
A
Dark berry, earth, cedar, ht, deep
5
Q
What grape is grown in Cotes de Gascogne?
A
Ugni Blanc
6
Q
What is the flavour of Ugni Blanc?
A
Green apple
7
Q
What grape is grown in Madiran?
A
Tannat
8
Q
What is required for Madiran Tannat?
A
Ageing
9
Q
Where is Jurancon?
A
Foothills of Pyranees
10
Q
What is grown in Jurancon?
A
Petit Manseng
11
Q
How is Petit Manseng made into sweet wine in Jurancon?
A
Passillerage
12
Q
What is the flavour of Jurancon sweet wine made from Petit Manseng?
A
Apricot, grapefruit
spice
