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Provence

Grapes, Winemaking & Wine Laws · 6 questions · 400 pts

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1 What type of wine is Provence most famous for producing?

A Rosé B Sparkling wine C Fortified wine D Sweet dessert wine

2 Which red grape variety is most commonly used in Provence rosé blends?

A Pinot Noir B Grenache C Malbec D Cabernet Sauvignon

3 Which wine region is considered the world's leading prestige reference for dry rosé?

A Douro in western Portugal B Rioja in northern Spain C Provence in southern France D Tuscany in central Italy

4 Which color expression is most associated with Provence rosé?

A Bright red with purple hues and strong color B Deep ruby-pink, almost like a light red wine C Pale salmon or peach-toned, nearly translucent D Dark cherry-pink with an intense, deep tone

5 Bandol is Provence's prestige red-wine appellation. Which grape dominates its red blends?

A Grenache B Syrah C Cinsault D Mourvèdre

6 Provence is famous for rosé, but which areas in the region are known for producing white wine?

A Muscadet and Sancerre B Chablis and Mâcon C Cassis and Bandol D Châteauneuf and Gigondas