Propogation

Question 1

Hybrid

Answer 1

Grapes from two different species combine (vitis labrusca and vitis vinifera) Baco Noir, Seyval Blanc

Question 2

Cross

Answer 2

Vines from same species progogate to form a new varietal. i.e. Cabernet Franc X Sauvignon Blanc=Cabernet Sauvignon

Question 3

Clone

Answer 3

Genetic reproduction of a single vine

Question 4

Genus refers to what word

Answer 4

Viti such as (vitis labrusca, vitis vinifera, and vitis riparia) All produce grapes destined for wine.

Question 5

Vitis vinifera types of grapes

Answer 5

Most international varieties, 10,000 types, most common grape type for wine making.

Question 6

Is it important to match grape to climate and soil

Answer 6

yes

Question 7

Vine training

Answer 7

Vine is grown in a certain way to protect the vine and fruit while managing the canopy. Types of treslising

Question 8

Yield

Answer 8

tons per acre, hectolitres per hectare, pounds or kilos per vine

Question 9

What is green harvest

Answer 9

Cutting off green bunches of grapes so the remaining bunches get more nutrients

Question 10

Cool climates produce grapes that are

Answer 10

slower to ripen, less sugar, high acidity, less alcohol potential, tart and lean flavors

Question 11

Warm climates produce grapes that are

Answer 11

faster to ripen, more sugar, less acid, higher alcoho potential, grapes are juicy and lusch

Question 12

What is vineyard architecutre

Answer 12

How vines are laid out

Question 13

What is sugar ripeness

Answer 13

Amount of sugar in grapes. A measurement.

Question 14

Physiological ripeness

Answer 14

Ripeness of grape in it’s totality

Question 15

Tannin ripeness

Answer 15

Ripeness in tannin and seed

Question 16

Greatest pest threat to vineyard in 1800s

Answer 16

Phylloxera

Question 17

Fertilizers

Answer 17

Use of chemical or organic matter to enhance fertility of soil and nutrient to vine

Question 18

Small harvest bins vs. large harvest bins.

Answer 18

Small bins are more likely to preserve grape without damage or spontaneous fermentation. Large harvest bins can cause grapes can burst under pressure and start fermenting