Introduction

Question 1

1. Define Viticulture

Answer 1

Viticulture is an economic activity that refers to the cultivation and harvesting of grapes, a major activity in wine production.

Question 2

2. Old World and New World

Answer 2

Winemaking takes place in all 6 continents of the world both in traditional areas such as France, Italy and Germany referred to as the ‘old world’, and emerging areas of wine business such as South Africa, Australia and China, referred to as the ‘new world’.

Question 3

3. Australia and France

Answer 3

Australia is a ‘new world’ country located in the southern hemisphere, which utilises new and emerging wine making techniques. France, located in Europe in the southern hemisphere, is an ‘old world’ country that applies traditional wine production techniques.

Question 4

4. Impacts

Answer 4

Operation of vineyards and viticulture in a global context has had several significant environmental, social and economic impacts on the world, both positively and negatively.