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Which grape varieties are considered the principal varieties in the Languedoc AOC?
Which grape varieties are considered the principal varieties in the Languedoc AOC?
- Grenache Noir, Syrah and Mourvèdre (correct)
- Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling
- Malbec, Tempranillo and Sangiovese
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir
What is the maximum percentage that any single grape variety can make up in the blend for the Languedoc AOC wines?
What is the maximum percentage that any single grape variety can make up in the blend for the Languedoc AOC wines?
- 30%
- 10%
- 50%
- 80% (correct)
What is the minimum percentage that the combination of the principal varieties must make up in the blend for the Languedoc AOC wines?
What is the minimum percentage that the combination of the principal varieties must make up in the blend for the Languedoc AOC wines?
- 40% (correct)
- 30%
- 60%
- 20%
What is the maximum yield allowed for red wines in the Languedoc AOC?
What is the maximum yield allowed for red wines in the Languedoc AOC?
What is the maximum yield allowed for white wines in the Languedoc AOC?
What is the maximum yield allowed for white wines in the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical intensity in aroma and flavor for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical intensity in aroma and flavor for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical quality range for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical quality range for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical price range for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical price range for wines of the Languedoc AOC?
What is the typical intensity in aroma and flavor for wines of the named appellations in the Languedoc region?
What is the typical intensity in aroma and flavor for wines of the named appellations in the Languedoc region?
What is the typical quality range for wines of the named appellations in the Languedoc region?
What is the typical quality range for wines of the named appellations in the Languedoc region?
Which grape variety is required in the blend for all Languedoc AOC red wines?
Which grape variety is required in the blend for all Languedoc AOC red wines?
What is the minimum number of grape varieties required in the blend for Languedoc AOC red wines?
What is the minimum number of grape varieties required in the blend for Languedoc AOC red wines?
Which two grape varieties are required in the blend for most Languedoc AOC red wines?
Which two grape varieties are required in the blend for most Languedoc AOC red wines?
Which Languedoc AOCs have Carignan as a principal grape variety?
Which Languedoc AOCs have Carignan as a principal grape variety?
Which Languedoc AOC requires a higher total percentage of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre compared to Saint-Chinian AOC?
Which Languedoc AOC requires a higher total percentage of Grenache Noir, Syrah, and Mourvèdre compared to Saint-Chinian AOC?
Can unused grapes be used for other wines in the Languedoc region?
Can unused grapes be used for other wines in the Languedoc region?
Do all Languedoc AOC wines have a specific varietal composition requirement?
Do all Languedoc AOC wines have a specific varietal composition requirement?
Can the rules for sub-zones be different from the parent appellation in the Languedoc region?
Can the rules for sub-zones be different from the parent appellation in the Languedoc region?
Can the percentages of grape varieties in the vineyard and in the final wine be different for Languedoc AOC wines?
Can the percentages of grape varieties in the vineyard and in the final wine be different for Languedoc AOC wines?
What is the typical percentage range for a single grape variety in the blend for Languedoc AOC red wines?
What is the typical percentage range for a single grape variety in the blend for Languedoc AOC red wines?
