Английская Википедия:Charentais (IGP)

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IGP Charentais French Wine Region

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

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