Côtes de Provence AOC Quiz
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Which factor has contributed to the reduction of vineyard area in this century?

  • Building development on the coast
  • Increased labor costs
  • Low fertility of the soil
  • Competition for land (correct)
  • What type of soils are typically found in the vineyards?

  • Loamy
  • Sandy
  • Rich and fertile
  • Rocky (limestone and clay) (correct)
  • Which grape variety is commonly featured in the wines from this region?

  • Mourvèdre (correct)
  • Merlot
  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Noir
  • What is the minimum percentage of Mourvèdre required in red wines from this region?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum yield restriction for vineyards in this region?

    <p>40 hL/ha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main grape variety used in rosé wines from this region?

    <p>Mourvèdre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aging requirement for red wines from this region?

    <p>18 months in oak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of production is contributed by co-operatives in this region?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historic appellation in Provence is mainly known for white wine?

    <p>Cassis AOC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the cru classé status granted to 23 estates in this region?

    <p>1955</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape varieties are required for rosé production in Côtes de Provence AOC?

    <p>Grenache Noir, Cinsaut, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Tibouren</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum yield allowed for wine production in Côtes de Provence AOC?

    <p>55 hL/ha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sub-zone within Côtes de Provence AOC has lower maximum yields?

    <p>Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire AOC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predominant wine style produced in Bandol AOC?

    <p>Red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape varieties are used in the production of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?

    <p>Grenache Noir, Syrah, Mourvèdre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum percentage of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre required in the blend of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which appellations produce more than 95% of the AOC wines of Provence?

    <p>Côtes de Provence, Coteaux Varois en Provence, Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which appellation in the Var département is entitled to the appellation Coteaux Varois en Provence AOC?

    <p>Côtes de Provence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common style of wine produced in recent years in Bandol AOC?

    <p>Rosé</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of wine produced in Côtes de Provence AOC is rosé?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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