South Africa Flashcards
What grapes were crossed to create Pinotage?
Pinot Noir X Cinsault
What is the most important ward in Cape Town?
Constantia
What wine is produced in Constantia?
An unfortified, unbotrytized sweet white wine
What is the grape used to create Vin de Constance?
Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains
What are the main varieties planted in Cape Town?
Sauvignon blanc
Semillon
What are the main varieties planted in Darling?
Sauvignon Blanc
What are the main varieties planted in Paarl?
Chenin Blanc
Chardonnay
Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinotage
Shiraz
What is the main climate influence to Stellenbosch’s vineyards?
The winds from the False bay
What are the main varieties planted in Stellebosch?
Cape Blends (Pinotage + international)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
What are the main varieties planted in Swartland?
Chenin Blanc from old vines
Syrah
Port-style fortified wines
What is the most important ward of Cape Agulhas?
Elim
What are the main varieties planted in Elim?
Sauvignon Blanc
Shiraz
What has an important cooling impact in Elgin?
Altitude
What are the main varieties planted in Elgin?
Sauvignon Blanc
Pinot Noir
Chardonnay
Shiraz
What are the main varieties planted in Hemel-en-Aarde?
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir