The Dordogne and South West France Flashcards
Where is Madiran and what is it known for?
Southwest border of Cotes de Gascogne IGP. Northwest of Jurancon and the Pyrenees.
Known for blends with Tannat. High tannin wines with deep color that need to age for long periods to soften their tannins.
What are 2 major appellations in the Dordogne and their styles of wine?
Bergerac - makes red and whites made using the same varieties as Bordeaux.
Monbazillac - source of good value sweet botrytised wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon.
Where is Cahors and what is it known for?
Situated to the east of Bordeaux on the River Lot. Wines range from traditional, very tannic and long lived ‘black’ wines to modern earlier drinking styles with softer riper tannins. Primary varietal is Malbec (Cot) with Merlot and Tannat playing a supporting blending role.
Where is Jurancon and what is it know for?
Close to the Spanish border north of the Pyrenees. Produces complex sweet wines made from Petit Manseng. Grapes are free of Botrytis but go through passerillage/
What is the most important IGP in Southwest France? Why?
Cotes de Gascogne - known for dry, light body white wines made from Ugni Blanc.
Where is the Dordogne and where are it’s appellations positioned?
To the east of the Right Bank and Entre-Deux-Mers on the Dordogne river.
Bergerac is located to the north & south of the river while Monbazillac is smaller within Bergerac directly south of the river.
What is the climate of the Dordogne?
Similar to Bordeaux with less Maritime influence.
