New world wine Flashcards
What is Penfolds Grange?
Australia’s most expensive and famous wine. Made from Shiraz.
What is Barossa?
A valley in south australia. NOT A GRAPE.
What grape is Australia famous for?
Shiraz.
Why is Penfolds Grange not called hermitage in the EU
“Hermitage” is an AOC name used for Syrah wines.
Why is acidification necessary in Australia?
Grapes grown in hot climates have low acidity. Acidity helps the stability and longevity of wine!
What are the three main wine companies in Australia?
Treasury Wine Estates.
Accolade Wines.
Cassella Wines.
What is “bin number”?
A way of identifying a type of wine in Australia. Originally referred to the section of the storage area the wine was kept in.
What wine is bin 95?
Penfolds Grange!!!!
What is Coonawarra? What is it famous for?
A really famous wine region famous for bright red soil (red = high iron)
Shiraz - what is it known as in France and where is it grown.
Syrah in Rhône.
Which region in California is famous?
Nappa valley!
What is zinfadel known as in Italy.
Primitivo
What grape grows well in new Zealand?
Sauvignon blanc.
Tasmania - what grape is famous there?
Pinot noir!
What is “south eastern Australia”?
Geographical indication. A made up area to get around an EU rule.
