Africa Flashcards
Vines from Europe were first planted in South Africa in _____; the first wine made in _____
1655 / 1659
climate of SW Africa
Mediterranean
Buenguela CUrrent
cold ocean current that flows up the western coast from Antarctica
Cape Doctor
strong, persistent southeasterly wind that dries out vineyards - can be strong enough to damage vines
SA Soils
home to ancient soils - traceable to the 1st supercontinent 1 billion yrs ago. sandstone, granite, shale, clay
this grape accounts for 18% of SA plantings
Chenin Blanc aka Steen
alt name for Chenin Blanc
Steen
alt name for MBaPG
Muscat Frontignan
Hanepoot aka
Muscat of Alexandria
2 lead reds
CS, Syrah
Cape Blend
30-70% Pinotage + Bordeaux varieties
appellation system
Wine of Origin (WO) Scheme
subcategories of the WO Scheme
Geographical Units
Regions
Districts
Wards
Who oversees the wine industry
South African Wine and Spirit Board
reqs for origin, vintage, variety
origin - 100%
vintage & variety - 85%