Английская Википедия:Charentais (IGP)
IGP Charentais, formerly known as vin de pays charentais up until 2009, is a French wine region and protected geographical indication (indication géographique protégée).[1][2][3] It covers the French départements of Charente and Charente-Maritime in south-west France.[4]
Grape varieties
Red, rosé and dry white wines are produced in the IGP Charentais.[5]
Red varieties: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Merlot and Pinot Noir. These varieties are also used to produce rosé wine.[6]
White varieties: Chardonnay, Colombard, Sauvignon blanc.[6]
Soils
The most common soil type is clay-limestone, but more sandy soils are present in the coastal areas and on the île de Ré and île d'Oléron.[7]
Climate
The IGP Charentais has a moderate maritime climate. The average temperature is 13 °C.[7]
Taste profile
The Official Bulletin of the French Ministry of Agriculture outlines typical organoleptic profiles of IGP Charentais wines.
Red wines generally show a red fruit, ripe fruit and spice character. They are light in body but have nice structure and smooth tannins.[7]
White wines are characterized by their refreshing acidity and citrus aromas.[7]
Yields
The maximum yield is 90 hectoliters/hectare.[7]
Supplementary geographic designations
Wines with grapes harvested in the following sub-regions can be labelled with following supplementary designations:[8]
References
