Asia Flashcards
1
Q
t/f: China has nearly 2 million acres under vine
A
true
2
Q
dominant style of wine produced in China
A
dry red wine (80% of volume)
3
Q
China climate
A
continental monsoon
4
Q
most of China’s grape growing is centered in the _____ portion of the country
A
northern
5
Q
main grapes of China
A
Cab Sauv (~50% of plantings)
Cab Gernischt (aka Carmenere)
merlot
white: chard #1
6
Q
China’s relationship with crosses and hybrids
A
since 1950s, 50+ grape varieties have been created in China. Many plantings. designed to survive harsh winters + resist disease in hot, humid summer
7
Q
leading wine region of China
A
hebei
8
Q
Japan has been making wine from this native grape since the 8th century
A
Koshu
