Chapter 38 - South Africa

Question 1

What is the GI system of South Africa called?

Answer 1

Wines of Origin scheme (W.O.)

Question 2

What is the hierarchy of wine production areas in South Africa?

Answer 2

1) Geographical Unit
2) Regions
3) Districts
4) Wards
5) Estates

Question 3

What are two climatic influences that provide a cooling effect on the vineyards of South Africa?

Answer 3

• The cold Benguela Current flowing up from Antarctica.

- The Cape Doctor winds, regular south-easterly summer winds that bring air cooled by the ocean further inland.

Question 4

What are the key black grape varieties of South Africa?

Answer 4

• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Merlot
• Syrah
• Pinot Noir
• Pinotage

Question 5

What is the crossing of Pinotage?

Answer 5

Pinot Noir X Cinsault

Question 6

What are the key white grape varieties of South Africa?

Answer 6

• Chenin Blanc
• Sauvignon Blanc
• Chardonnay
• Hanepoot (Muscat of Alexandria)
• Viognier

Question 7

What is the largest wine producing region of South Africa?

Answer 7

Western Cape region, producing over 90% of the wines made in South Africa

Question 8

What are the key districts and wards of the Coastal Region of South Africa’s Western Cape?

Answer 8

• Stellenbosch district
• Paarl district
• Constantia ward
• Swartland district
• Durbanville ward

Question 9

What has long been the hub of fine wine production in South Africa?

Answer 9

The Stellenbosch district

Question 10

What is the climate of the Stellenbosch district of South Africa?

Answer 10

Moderate to warm depending on location

Question 11

What are the key districts and wards of the Breede River Valley of South Africa’s Western Cape?

Answer 11

• Worcester district

- Robertson district

Question 12

What are the key districts and wards of the Cape South Coast of South Africa’s Western Cape?

Answer 12

• Walker Bay district
• Hemel-en-Aarde ward
• Elgin district
• Elim ward