The Dordogne and South West France - WSET L3 in Wines Flashcards
What is the primary wine style of Bergerac?
Red and white wines similar in style to Bordeaux.
How does Monbazillac differ from Sauternes?
Monbazillac produces sweet wines, often with botrytis, but at a lower price point compared to Sauternes.
What grape variety dominates Cahors wines?
Malbec, locally known as Côt or Auxerrois.
What is the typical style of Cahors red wines?
Deeply colored, high in tannins, with black fruit flavors and aging potential.
What distinguishes Madiran wines?
Full-bodied reds led by Tannat, known for their high tannin levels and aging potential.
How have modern winemaking techniques changed Madiran wines?
Riper grapes and softer tannin extraction have made the wines more approachable.
What is unique about Jurançon wines?
Known for both dry and sweet whites, particularly sweet wines made from Petit Manseng.
How are Jurançon sweet wines made?
Using passerillage, where grapes are left on the vine to concentrate sugars and develop complexity.
What are the key aromas of Jurançon sweet wines?
Pronounced apricot and grapefruit with high acidity.
What is the geographic significance of Southwest France for winemaking?
It is located to the southeast of Bordeaux, with diverse terroirs and climates influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and Pyrenees.
How does Bergerac’s climate compare to Bordeaux?
Similar maritime climate but slightly warmer and drier.
What role does Petit Manseng play in Jurançon wines?
Adds acidity and aromatic complexity to both dry and sweet styles.
What is the significance of passerillage in Jurançon sweet wines?
It concentrates sugars and flavors by drying grapes on the vine.
What is meant by “black wines” from Cahors?
Deeply colored, tannic wines made primarily from Malbec, known for their intensity and aging potential.
What is the primary wine style of Côtes de Gascogne and grape variety?
Dry, light body wines, green apple aromas made from Ugni Blanc grape.
