Côtes de Sambre et Meuse
Styles
Principal grape varieties
Cabernet JuraCabernet DorsaBronnerAuxerrois BAcolonGewürztraminer B (Gewuerztraminer)Gamay NDornfelder NJohanniter BChenin BChasselas BChardonnay BOrtegaMuscat (Muscat A Petits Grains Blancs)Muller-Thurgau B (Mueller Thurgau Weiss)MerzlingMerlot NSiegerRondoRiesling B (Riesling Weiss)Regent NPinot Noir PrécocePinot Noir NPinot Gris GPinot Blanc B
Terroir
Natural factors
- The humid temperate climate characteristic of the zone directly influences the profile of the wines produced.
- Rich and diverse soils throughout the hydrographic basin of the Meuse and its eight sub-basins.
- The grapes produced are naturally high in acidity, low in sugars and tannins, a direct reflection of the climate.
Human factors
- The winemaking methods aim to preserve the primary aromas of the grape varieties used.
- The AOC Côtes de Sambre et Meuse was officially recognised by ministerial decree on 27 May 2004. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
Product characteristics
- High-acidity, low-sugar, low-tannin grapes → light, lively wines with a naturally low alcohol level.
- Winemaking preserves the fruity notes of the grape varieties, the aromatic signature of the appellation's wines.
Terroir / wine link
- Humid climate + rich soils → high-acidity, low-sugar grapes: light, fruity, lively wines with naturally low alcohol.
Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.
Sources
- Specification (EUR-Lex, single document)
- eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PDO-BE-A0009
- Official trade body site — Association des Vignerons de Wallonie (AVW)