History/Climate/Geography Flashcards
Who settled Corsica?
The Phoenicians
What happened in Corsica during the 7th and 8th AD?
The island came under Islamic Rule.
-Islamic Prohibition of alcohol.
Who took control of Corsica during the Middle Ages (1100-1453)?
Pisa
When did the Rebublic of Genoa take control over Corsica?
13th Century
Nielluccio is believed to be a clone of which grape?
Sangiovese
-Believed that a clone of the Sangiovese grape was introduced to Corsica with the Republic of Genoa took control in the 13th Century
What was the significance of the Genoese rule for 500 years in Corsica?
- Established laws governing harvest and practices of the island.
- Banned all exports of Corsican wines outside of Genoa
When did Genoa succeed Corsica to France?
1768
Where was Napoleon born and when?
Corsica
-1769
What changed with the exportation of Corsican wine under Napoleon?
Corsica was allowed to export wine across the French Empire.
What happened in the 19th Century in Corsica relating to the improvement of viticulture?
The Corsican government tried to improve the economy by promoting the wine industry
-planting of the Sciaccarello grape
What happened the wine industry after the Algerian War of Independence (1954-1962)?
Algeria gained independence from France
- French immigrated to Corsica
- new plantings
- vineyards increased
- subsidies given to help focus on quality
What happened in 2003 in Corsica?
Reduction of hectares
- higher quality
- more modern wine techniques
What is the climate of Corsica?
- Most mountainous terrain in France
- Mediterranean climate
- Warmer and drier than mainland France
- Temperature gets up to 74 degrees in July
Why is Corsica usually rot and disease free at harvest?
Not a lot of rain in August and September
What influence does the Mediterranean sea have on the climate of Corsica?
The sea absorbs heat during the day and gives it back at night.
- moderting affect
- reduces diurnal temperature variation
