Canada Flashcards
1
Q
What is De Chaunac? What is its significance in Canada?
A
Canada’s most planted varietal by the 1970’s - it is a red French hybrid developed by Alfred Siebel, introduced to Canada after WW2.
2
Q
What were the last 2 Canadian provinces to repeal Prohibition?
A
Ontario and Nova Scotia - in 1927 and 1929, respectively
3
Q
What is the only hybrid allowed for QbA ice wine?
A
Vidal
4
Q
What is the VQA? Where and how is this organization significant?
A
Vintner’s Quality Alliance
An appellation and quality control system originating in Ontario. Ontario and British Columbia are the only participants - it is legally enforced in Ontario and voluntary in British Columbia
5
Q
Ontario is divided into what 3 main appellations?
A
Niagura Peninsula
Lake Erie Northern Shore
Prince Edward County
