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French Wine Terms

A Basic Guide To French Wine Terminology

Although English is widely spoken at many Quebec Wineries, the majority of wineries operate in French and cater to a French clientele. Understanding a few key French Wine Terms will make your visit to any Quebec Winery more enjoyable.

appellationgrowing region
assemblageblend
cépagevine
dégustationtasting
domainewine estate
mousseux-eusesparkling (as in Champagne)
terroirearth
vendangegrape harvest
vendange tardivelate harvest
vignoblewinery
vinwine
vin blancwhite wine
vin rougered wine
vin de glaceice wine
vinificationthe process of making wine