Canada Flashcards
What is the Vintner’s Quality Alliance
Canadian group formed in Ontario to set quality standards and techniques to ensure quality
What region was the Vintner’s Quality Alliance formed in
Ontario
What organization ensures quality in British Columbia
Wines of Marked Quality
What winery association manages quality wines in Nova Scotia
Winery Association of Nova Scotia
What is the minimum percentage of grapes required to be sourced in Nova Scotia if labeled ‘Nova Scotia’
85%
If a wine is labeled by a regional appellation in Ontario, what is the minimum required percentage required to be sourced from within the named region
85% from named region
If a wine is labeled by a regional appellation’s sub region in Ontario, what is the minimum required percentage required to be sourced from within the named region
100% from named sub-region
What region is Canada’s largest wine producing region
Ontario
What are the three main appellations of Ontario
Niagara Peninsula
Prince Edward County
Lake Erie North Shore
What are the two sub-regions of Niagara Peninsula
Niagara Escarpment
Niagara-on-the-Lake
What is the climate of Ontario
Cool continental
What factors moderate the climate of Ontario
Lake Effect
What style of wine is Niagara Peninsula known for
Ice Wine
What are the primary grape varietals of Niagara Peninsula
Riesling
Chardonnay
Cabernet Franc
Gamay
What is the major wine producing region of British Columbia
Okanagan Valley
