California Flashcards
1
Q
What is the abbreviation used to organise regions?
A
AVA’s
2
Q
What percentage of AVAs are situated in California?
A
around 60%
3
Q
What two climatic influences can bring a wider diurnal range and cooler growing conditions
A
- Pacific ocean
- High altitudes
4
Q
Mountain ranges to the West can lead to what wine properties?
A
Deeply coloured, more tannic wines (cool breezes temper intense sunshine)
5
Q
Where can we find drier, hotter vineyards in California?
A
Inland on the plains
6
Q
What is the most widely planted A) White variety and B) Black variety?
A
- Chardonnay
- Cabernet Sauvignon
7
Q
What are the 6 most common Black grape varieties found in California?
A
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Pinot Noir
- Zinfandel
- Merlot
- Syrah
- Petite Syrah
8
Q
What are the 6 most common White grape varieties found in California?
A
- Chardonnay
- Colombard
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Rhône varieties
9
Q
How many AVAs are found in California?
A
140
10
Q
What percentage of total exports is California responsible for?
A
90%
