Switzerland Flashcards
What is Dole?
A blend of PN + Gamay (Min 85%) produced in the Valais?
What percentage approximately does Valais account for of total Swiss wine production?
Approximately 40%
What are the 6 regional AOCs of the Vaud?
Lavaux: UNESCO site. Grand crus Dezelay and Calamin are here! La Cote Chablais Vully Bonvillars Cotes d l'Orbe
What are the 2 grand crus of the Vaud? Which regional AOC are they located in?
Dezelay and Calamin, located in Lavaux
Dezelay was planted by monks in the 12th century!
What is the main grape of Ticino?
Merlot
Where did Chasselas originate?
the Vaud is home to Chasselas!
What is Chasselas referred to as in the Vaud? In the Valais?
Chasselas = Dorin in the Vaud Chasselas = Fendant in the Valais
What is the Foehn?
A wind from the alps in Switzerland.
What is Amigne de Vetroz?
Sweet dessert wine produced from the rare Amigne grape in the grand cru of Vetroz. Grapes are dried to concentrate the sugars before pressing. Sweetness levels are indicated by bees.
One Bee: 0-8g RS
Two Bees: 9-26g RS
Three Bees: 25g RS +
Producer: Jean Rene Germanier
Name the grand crus of the Valais.
Conthey, Chamoson, Fully, Leytron, Saillon, Saint-Leonard, Sierre, Ville de Soin, Vetroz.
What are vin des glaciers?
MYSTICAL! Solera style wine made in the Alps. Traditionally Reze (rare grape) was used, but now only 2ha remain. Can be made from any local white varieties grown in Sierre. Must be aged at above 1200 masl.
What is the Charte de Grain Noble Confidenciel?
A seal of quality for traditional sweet wines in the Valais - created in 1996.
What style of wine is the Neuchatel / Three Lakes Region known for?
Oeil de Perdrix, a rose made from Pinot Noir.
What is the northernmost wine region on the Rhone River?
The Valais.
Which wine region is a continuation of the Baden in Switzerland?
SchafHausen
