Jurançon Wine Region Quiz
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Which grape varieties are the principal ones used in the Jurançon region?

  • Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Riesling and Gewürztraminer
  • Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng (correct)
  • Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
  • What is the typical alcohol content of Jurançon Vendanges Tardives wines?

  • Low
  • High (correct)
  • Very high
  • Medium
  • What are the three styles of wines produced in the Jurançon region?

  • Dry, medium-sweet, and sweet (correct)
  • Dry, semi-sweet, and sweet
  • Dry, semi-dry, and sweet
  • Dry, medium-dry, and sweet
  • What is the typical quality of Jurançon AOC wines?

    <p>Good to very good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which direction are the best sites for vineyards in the Jurançon region facing?

    <p>South and south-west</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Föhn wind in the Jurançon region?

    <p>It helps in drying the air and ventilating the canopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical price range of Jurançon Vendanges Tardives AOC wines?

    <p>Mid-priced to premium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the annual rainfall in the Jurançon region?

    <p>1,200 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of wines produced in the Jurançon region are medium-sweet or sweet?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude of the Jurançon region?

    <p>300 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety is suitable for late harvesting due to its resistance to botrytis bunch rot?

    <p>Petit Manseng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum residual sugar content required for Jurançon Vendanges Tardives wines?

    <p>55g/l</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum yield allowed for Jurançon Sec wines?

    <p>60 hL/ha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety has higher yields and is usually less aromatic compared to Petit Manseng?

    <p>Gros Manseng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main risk associated with spring frosts in Jurançon?

    <p>Budding zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the drying process of grapes on the vine called in Jurançon?

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

    What is the main factor that contributes to the drying process of grapes on the vine in Jurançon?

    <p>Autumn sunshine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that retains acidity and preserves the primary fruit flavors in Jurançon wines?

    <p>pH level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for producers to be precise about the picking date for Petit Manseng grapes?

    <p>To balance goals of full flavor ripeness, acidity, and potential alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety is used exclusively for the production of Jurançon Vendanges Tardives wines?

    <p>Petit Manseng</p> Signup and view all the answers

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