The Loire Flashcards
How is Cabernet Franc from Saumur sometimes drunk, and why?
Chilled - it has light body and low tannins
What are the 4 sub-regions of the Loire Valley, from the coast to inland?
- Nantais
- Anjou-Saumur
- Touraine
- The Central Vineyards
What is the regional generic appellation for the whole of the Loire?
There isn’t one, but is does have an IGP (Val de Loire IGP)
Where is Rosé de Loire made?
Anjou
What is the highest quality appellation for rosé in Anjou-Saumur?
Cabernet d’Anjou
Which appellation makes traditional method sparkling Chenin Blanc?
Saumur
In what style is Cabernet d’Anjou made?
Medium-sweet
Is there much vintage variation in the Loire?
Yes
What is Anjou-Saumur’s centre of production for Cabernet Franc?
Saumur-Champigny
In which 2 Loire sub-regions are the best Chenin Blancs made?
Touraine and Anjou-Saumur
Which appellation produces full-bodied Chenin Blanc in a dry style?
Savennières
What is the climate of the Loire?
Overall cool.
Maritime towards Nantais, and continental towards the Central Vineyards
Which appellation makes moderately priced Sauvignon Blanc in the style of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé?
Menetou-Salon
Where is the majority of Sauvignon Blanc produced in the Loire?
Touraine
Name 3 aromas which aged Loire Chenin Blancs might acquire.
Honey, Toast, Hay
What is added to dry wines in Savennières: late-harvested grapes, or grapes affected by noble rot?
Late-harvest Chenin Blanc adds body and complexity
From which 2 grapes is Cabernet d’Anjou made?
Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon
Which Loire wine:
- High acidity
- Dry
- Green Apple
- Wet Stone
- Not suitable for ageing
Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre / Pouilly-Fumé
What are the 2 most prestigious appellations for Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire?
In which sub-region are they?
- Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé
- The Central Vineyards
What is Touraine’s main soil type?
Clay
What are the 2 main appellations in Anjou-Saumur for white wines?
1) Savennières
2) Coteaux de Layon
What are the 3 key white varieties of the Loire Valley?
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chenin Blanc
- Melon Blanc