Oregon Flashcards
What is the primary grape variety grown in Oregon’s Willamette Valley?
Pinot Noir
True or False: Oregon has only one official wine region.
False
Fill in the blank: The _______ AVA is known for its cooler climate and is located in Southern Oregon.
Rogue Valley
Which Oregon AVA is recognized for its unique volcanic soil?
Dundee Hills
What year was the Willamette Valley designated as an American Viticultural Area (AVA)?
1984
Name one of the three main wine regions in Oregon.
Willamette Valley, Southern Oregon, or Columbia Gorge
True or False: The Columbia Gorge AVA straddles both Oregon and Washington.
True
What is the main climate type found in the Willamette Valley?
Mediterranean climate
Which grape variety is primarily grown in the Umpqua Valley?
Pinot Gris
What does AVA stand for in the context of wine regions?
American Viticultural Area
Fill in the blank: The _______ AVA is known for its high elevation and diverse microclimates.
Applegate Valley
Which Oregon wine region is famous for its Pinot Blanc?
Oregon’s Willamette Valley
True or False: Oregon produces more white wine than red wine.
False
What is the primary focus of the wine industry in the Walla Walla Valley AVA?
Syrah
Which AVA is located in the northernmost part of Oregon’s wine regions?
Columbia Valley
What is unique about the terroir of the Dundee Hills?
It has volcanic soil.
Fill in the blank: The _______ AVA is known for producing high-quality wines from the Tempranillo grape.
Southern Oregon
Which region is considered the largest producer of wine in Oregon?
Willamette Valley
True or False: All Oregon wine regions have the same climate.
False
What type of soil is commonly found in the Willamette Valley?
Jory soil
What is the significance of the 2019 Oregon Wine Country map?
It highlights the state’s various wine regions and appellations.
Which grape variety is often associated with the Oregon wine industry?
Pinot Noir
Name one factor that influences the grape growing conditions in Oregon.
Climate, soil type, or elevation
True or False: Oregon’s wine industry is known for its organic and sustainable practices.
True
What is the primary grape variety grown in the Columbia Gorge AVA?
Varietals vary, but Riesling and Pinot Noir are common.
Fill in the blank: The _______ AVA is known for its diverse range of grape varieties due to its varied microclimates.
Columbia Gorge
