About this episode

Janina Doyle explores the Rhône Valley wine region, focusing on its climate, terroir, grape varieties, and regulations essential for WSET Diploma students.

In this flashcard-style wine education podcast episode, Janina takes a deep dive into the Rhône Valley, exploring the climate, terroir, wine grapes, and AOCs that define both the Northern and Southern Rhône. Designed to support students preparing for the WSET Diploma theory exam, this episode focuses on the key facts, yields, blending rules, and appellation regulations essential for understanding one of France’s most important wine regions. While structured for exam preparation, it’s also ideal for anyone who wants to learn about wine in a focused, detailed way - whether you’re studying formally, strengthening your professional knowledge, exploring wine travel, or simply keen to deepen your understanding of French wine. A rigorous, well-organised exploration of the geography, regulations, and styles that shape the Rhône Valley - created for serious learners and curious wine lovers alike. 💡 Want more flashcard-style episodes? Previously, Janina has also produced episodes to help with Fortified Wine and Sparkling Wine exams. You can find them here: Ep 256 Languedoc- Roussillon Ep 113: Shery, VdNs, Rutherglen Muscat Ep 120: Port & Madeira Ep 129: Sparkling Wine Production Ep…

People in this episode

Host: Janina Doyle

Topics covered

• Rhône Valley
• wine education
• WSET Diploma
• French wine
• grape varieties
• appellation regulations

Keywords

• Rhône Valley
• wine grapes
• AOCs
• WSET Diploma
• French wine
• climate
• terroir
• blending rules

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WSET

Books & works: Ep 256 Languedoc- Roussillon, Ep 113: Shery, VdNs, Rutherglen Muscat, Ep 120: Port & Madeira, Ep 129: Sparkling Wine Production, Ep 136: Champagne, Ep 142: All other sparkling wines

Places: Rhône Valley, France

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