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Which factor has contributed to the reduction of vineyard area in this century?
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?
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?
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?
What is the minimum percentage of Mourvèdre required in red wines from this region?
What is the maximum yield restriction for vineyards in this region?
What is the maximum yield restriction for vineyards in this region?
What is the main grape variety used in rosé wines from this region?
What is the main grape variety used in rosé wines from this region?
What is the aging requirement for red wines from this region?
What is the aging requirement for red wines from this region?
What percentage of production is contributed by co-operatives in this region?
What percentage of production is contributed by co-operatives in this region?
Which historic appellation in Provence is mainly known for white wine?
Which historic appellation in Provence is mainly known for white wine?
When was the cru classé status granted to 23 estates in this region?
When was the cru classé status granted to 23 estates in this region?
Which grape varieties are required for rosé production in Côtes de Provence AOC?
Which grape varieties are required for rosé production in Côtes de Provence AOC?
What is the maximum yield allowed for wine production in Côtes de Provence AOC?
What is the maximum yield allowed for wine production in Côtes de Provence AOC?
Which sub-zone within Côtes de Provence AOC has lower maximum yields?
Which sub-zone within Côtes de Provence AOC has lower maximum yields?
What is the predominant wine style produced in Bandol AOC?
What is the predominant wine style produced in Bandol AOC?
Which grape varieties are used in the production of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?
Which grape varieties are used in the production of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?
What is the minimum percentage of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre required in the blend of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?
What is the minimum percentage of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre required in the blend of red wines in Les Baux de Provence AOC?
Which appellations produce more than 95% of the AOC wines of Provence?
Which appellations produce more than 95% of the AOC wines of Provence?
Which appellation in the Var département is entitled to the appellation Coteaux Varois en Provence AOC?
Which appellation in the Var département is entitled to the appellation Coteaux Varois en Provence AOC?
What is the most common style of wine produced in recent years in Bandol AOC?
What is the most common style of wine produced in recent years in Bandol AOC?
What percentage of wine produced in Côtes de Provence AOC is rosé?
What percentage of wine produced in Côtes de Provence AOC is rosé?
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