Canada and Mexico Flashcards
What types of wines are grown in Nova Scotia?
A small amount of a range of wines are produced in Nova Scotia, but the most known is Tidal Bay, a still white wine made from 100% Nova Scotia grapes.
What are the three DVAs in Ontario?
Niagara Peninsula
Lake Erie North Shore
Prince Edward County
What wines are produced in the Niagara Peninsula DVA?
Mostly Riesling and Vidal with some Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. Also makes Icewine.
What percentage of Ontario’s vines are in the Niagara Peninsula?
Close to 85%
What is the Inniskillin Estate Winery known for?
It is a winery in Niagara on the Lake often credited with creating the reputation of Canadian Icewine.
What percentage of Ontario’s vineyards are planted to white grapes?
About 60%
What are the leading grape varieties of Ontario?
Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
What grapes are typically used for Ice Wine production in Ontario?
Vidal or Riesling
What percentage of Canada’s vines are in British Columbia?
Just over 35%.
What are the leading grapes of British Columbia?
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.
What is a DVA?
Designated Viticultural Area in Canada.
What is Vin de Glace du Quebec?
An Ice wine made in Quebec using cold-hardy hybrids.
What is the significance of Ensenada?
Ensenada is a city in Mexico that is the center of Mexico’s wine tourism industry.
What is significant about Casa Madero?
Casa Madero, located in Mexico, is one of the oldest wineries in the Americas. It was established in 1597 as Hacienda de San Lorenzo, in 1893 the name was changed to Casa Madero. It has a relatively cool climate due to elevation allowing for well-balanced wines.
In how many Mexican states is wine vinified?
At least 7.
