Chapter 12: Principal White Grape Varieties: Flashcards
What are the characteristics of Chardonnay in cool climates?
High acidity, green fruit (apple, pear), citrus (lemon), and mineral notes.
What are the characteristics of Chardonnay in warm climates?
Medium acidity, stone fruit (peach, apricot), and tropical fruit (pineapple, mango).
What winemaking techniques are commonly used for Chardonnay?
Malolactic fermentation, lees aging, and oak aging.
What are notable regions for Chardonnay production?
Burgundy (Chablis, Côte de Beaune), Champagne, California, Australia (Yarra Valley), New Zealand (Marlborough).
What are the typical characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc?
High acidity, herbaceous (grass, asparagus), and green fruit (gooseberry, apple).
What winemaking style is usually associated with Sauvignon Blanc?
Dry, unoaked, and aromatic.
What are the main regions for Sauvignon Blanc?
Loire Valley (Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé), Marlborough (New Zealand), and Bordeaux (as a blend).
What are the characteristics of Riesling in cool climates?
High acidity, green fruit (apple), citrus (lime, lemon), and floral notes.
What are the characteristics of Riesling in warmer climates?
High acidity, stone fruit (peach, apricot), and tropical fruit (mango, pineapple).
How is Riesling used to produce different wine styles?
Dry to sweet wines and sparkling wines.
What are the main regions for Riesling?
Germany (Mosel, Rheingau), Alsace, and Australia (Clare Valley, Eden Valley).
What are the characteristics of Pinot Grigio from Italy?
Light body, high acidity, and simple flavors (green apple, lemon).
What are the characteristics of Pinot Gris from Alsace?
Full body, medium acidity, and rich flavors (stone fruit, tropical fruit, honey).
What styles of wine can Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris produce?
Dry, off-dry, or medium-sweet wines.
What are the characteristics of Chenin Blanc?
High acidity, flavors range from green fruit and citrus to tropical fruit and honey in sweeter styles.
What are the key regions for Chenin Blanc?
Loire Valley (Vouvray) and South Africa.
What are the characteristics of Viognier?
Low acidity, full body, with floral (honeysuckle) and stone fruit (peach, apricot) flavors.
What are the key regions for Viognier?
Northern Rhône (Condrieu) and southern France.
What are the characteristics of Gewürztraminer?
Low acidity, full body, with floral (rose), stone fruit (peach), and exotic spice (ginger, lychee).
What is the main region for Gewürztraminer?
Alsace, France.
What are the characteristics of Albariño?
High acidity, light to medium body, with citrus (lemon), stone fruit (peach), and floral notes.
Where is Albariño primarily grown?
Rías Baixas, Spain.
