Canada Flashcards
In general, what is the climate in Canadian wine growing regions?
Continental
In which state is the Niagara Peninsula VQA located?
Ontario
How does Lake Ontario influence grape growing in the Niagara Peninsula VQA?
In Spring, the cool lake slows budburst until after the spring frosts.
In Autumn, the lake warms the air, extending the growing season so that grapes ripen fully.
Airflow created by the lake reduces fungal disease.
Which hybrid grape variety is often used to make Ice Wine in Canada?
Vidal
What sweetness levels does Riesling have in the Niagara Peninsula VQA?
Dry
Off dry
Sweet Ice wine
In which state is the Okanagan Valley VQA located?
British Columbia
Why is the Okanagan Valley VQA considered semi-desert?
It is located in the rain shadow, between two mountain ranges.
Give three factors that help ensure disease-free, ripe grapes in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley VQA.
Northern latitude (50°) gives long days for extended photosynthesis.
Lakes moderate the summer temperatures and extend the growing season.
Mountains create rain shadows that create dry areas with little fungal disease pressure.
Which two grape varieties are often used to make Ice Wine in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley VQA?
Riesling
Vidal
What is the name of Canada’s appellation system?
Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA)
What are the two main rules associated with VQA wines?
100% of grapes must be from the VQA area.
Only made from V. vinifera varieties or selected hybrids.
In which Canadian state is this wine regions located?
British Columbia
In which Canadian state is this wine regions located?
Ontario
What is the name of the region that is highlighted?
Okanagan
What is the name of the region that is highlighted?
Niagara Peninsula
What is the name of the region that is highlighted?
Niagara Peninsula
What is the name of the region that is highlighted?
Niagara Peninsula
