USA/Canada
Most planted black grape variety in California
Cabernet Sauvignon
What are some nature hazards in Australia?
Drought
Low rainfall
Bush fire
Why is Maipo Valley considered the heartland of the Chilean wine industry?
- Proximity to capital of Santiago
- Surrounded by mountains so little coastal influence
- Cool climate because of descending air in valley
What is the pergola system locally known as?
Parral
What latitudes are SA vineyards between?
32 to 35
What role do the Finger Lakes play in NY wines?
Deep glacial lakes store heat and raise the temperature of vineyards thus extending the growing season
Which grape has Martinborough built a reputation for?
Pinot Noir
3 main regions Chile is divided in geographically
Costa, Entre Cordilleras, Andes
What are the 5 divisons that Mendoza is split into?
Northern, Eastern, Central, Uco Valley, and Southern.
What is a cape blend?
Pinotage (Pinot Noir x Cinsault) blended with international varieties
Most important appellation of British Columbia
Okanagan Valley
Australia's hot regions are perfect for late ripening varieties such as..
Grenache, Petit Verdot and Mataro
Explain the cyclic weather pattern that occurs in South Chile
El Nino and La Nina
Second most planted grape variety in Argentina
Bonarda
What is Colombard also used in?
Brandy production
New grape varieties planted in California to make the most of hot climate
Rubired, Ruby Cabernet
What covers the 'super zone' and why was it created?
South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.
Allows blending of grapes, especially helpful for high volume brands
Name all 5 black grape varieties grown in Chile
Cab Sauv, Merlot, Carmenere, Syrah, Pinot Noir
Name 3 tools Argentines use to fight the weather conditions
Parrals
Vertical trellises
Flood irrigation/drip irrigation
Netting
Owning vineyards in diff areas
Burried furrows
Sluice gates
Name the current and the wind that cools the region to make it suitable for winemaking?
Benguela Current
Cape Doctor
What can American hybrids consist of?
Rieslings, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, local American varieties
Semillon is used to make distinctive wines in a style that is unique to Australia. Describe it.
Harvested early when sugar levels are low and acidity is high. In the winery, contact with oxygen is minimum and only inert vessels are used. Can be aged almost up to 20 years.
Name the star variety in Curico Valley and Maule Valley - and why is it popular?
Carignan
Old vines
Name 3 local grapes of Argentina
Torrontes
Bonarda
Pedro Gimenez
What is Hanepoot? How is it used?
Used for late-harvest dessert wines when the grapes are left to shrivel on the vine. Noble rot can also be an influence.