Grape Varietal: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris Flashcards
Where are the important regions in France for Chardonnay?
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PGI production:
- South of France
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PDOs:
- Bourgogne/Burgundy
- Chablis
- Puligny-Montrachet
- Meursault
- Mâcon
- Pouilly-Fuissé
Where are the important regions in USA for Chardonnay?
- California
- Sonoma
- Carneros
- Napa Valley
- Santa Barbara County
- Oregon
Where are the important regions in Chile for Chardonnay?
- Central Valley
- Casablanca Valley
Where are the important regions in South Africa for Chardonnay?
- Western Cape
- Walker Bay
Where are the important regions in Australia for Chardonnay?
- South Eastern Australia
- Yarra Valley
- Mornington Peninsula
- Adelaide Hills
- Margaret River
Where are the important regions in New Zealand for Chardonnay?
- Marlborough
- Hawke’s Bay
Where are the important regions in France for Sauvignon Blanc?
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PGI production:
- South of France
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PDOs:
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Loire:
- Sancerre
- Pouilly-Fumé
- Touraine
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Bordeaux:
- Bordeaux
- Graves
- Pessac-Léognan
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Loire:
Where are the important regions in USA for Sauvignon Blanc?
• Napa Valley
Where are the important regions in Chile for Sauvignon Blanc?
- Central Valley
- Casablanca Valley
Where are the important regions in South Africa for Sauvignon Blanc?
- Elgin
- Constantia
Where are the important regions in Australia for Sauvignon Blanc?
- Adelaide Hills
- Margaret River
Where is the important region in New Zealand for Sauvignon Blanc?
• Marlborough
Where are the important regions in France for Pinot Gris?
• Alsace
Where are the important regions in Italy for Pinot Grigio?
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PGI production:
- Veneto
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PDOs:
- Delle Venezie
- Friuli-Venezia Giul
What are the Varietal Characteristics of Chardonnay?
(ie: Acidty, Fruit Characteristics, etc.)
- versatile: range of climates
- medium to high acidity
