Côtes de Provence AOC Quiz

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Which grape variety is typically featured in the wines from the vineyards described in the text?

Pinot Noir

Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

Mourvèdre (correct)

What is the maximum percentage of Mourvèdre allowed in red wines from the vineyards described in the text?

10%

70%

30%

50% (correct)

Which appellations in Provence became AOCs from the 1930s onwards?

Cassis AOC and Ch. Simone AOC

Cassis AOC and Palette AOC (correct)

Bellet AOC and Cassis AOC

Bellet AOC and Palette AOC

What is the maximum yield restriction for vineyards in the described area?

40 hL/ha Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the reduction in the area under vine in the described area?

Competition for land Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is mainly used in the production of Rosés from the described vineyards?

Mourvèdre Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical soil composition in the vineyards described in the text?

Limestone and clay Signup and view all the answers

What is the required aging period for red wines from the described vineyards?

18 months Signup and view all the answers

Which producer is mentioned as a significant one in the described area?

Domaine Tempier Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of production in the described area that is handled by co-operatives?

50% Signup and view all the answers

Which grape varieties are required by the Côtes de Provence AOC for their rosé wines?

Grenache Noir, Cinsaut, Mourvèdre, Syrah, and Tibouren Signup and view all the answers

Which appellation within Côtes de Provence has lower maximum yields for their wines?

Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire AOC Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical color of Côtes de Provence rosé wines?

Pale pink-orange Signup and view all the answers

Which grape varieties must make up a minimum of 60% of the blend for Les Baux de Provence AOC wines?

Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre Signup and view all the answers

Which appellation in Provence produces more red wines than rosé?

Bandol AOC Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum yield per hectare for Côtes de Provence AOC wines?

55 hL/ha Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is a principal variety in Coteaux Varois en Provence AOC?

Counoise Signup and view all the answers

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

90% Signup and view all the answers

Which appellation in Provence is located close to the Rhône River?

Les Baux de Provence AOC Signup and view all the answers

Which grape varieties are required by the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC for their wines?

Grenache Noir, Cinsaut, Mourvèdre, Syrah, and Counoise Signup and view all the answers