WSET The Dordogne and South West France Flashcards
what vineyards lie to the east of Entre-Deux-Mers?
the vineyards of Dordogne
How is the climate in Dordogne?
similar to Bordeaux but less moderating maritime influences
what are the two appellations in Dordogne?
Bergegrac and Monbazillac
what sort of wines are made in Bergerac?
both red and white wines are made with the similar varieties as in Bordeaux
what sort of wines are made in Monbazillac?
Good value botrytised sweet wines made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc
Where is Cahors suited?
to the East of Bordeaux
what flod runs trough Cahors?
River Lot
what different soils are found in Cahors?
-fertile valley bottom
-poorer soils of the slopes or on the plateau above
which is the most important grape variety in Cahors?
Malbec
what other two varieties are important in Cahors?
Merlot and Tannat
What characters does the best wines of Cahors show?
-aged in oak
-deeply coloured, high tannin
-intense dark berry fruits (cedar and earth)
what are the most important types of wines that are produced in south east of Bordeaux?
IGP wines
which is the most important IGP of the south-eastern Bordeaux?
Côtes de Gascogne
What grape variety and character does a Côtes de Gascogne have?
dry, light-bodied white wines made from Ugni Blanc with aromas and flavours of green apples
Where is Madiran located?
Further south toward the Pyrenees
