SOUTH AFRICA Flashcards

1
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When were a first vines planted in South Africa?

A

in 1655

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2
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Where is South Africa’s location/geography?

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The southern tip of Africa Adjacent to both the Atlantic and Indian oceans.

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3
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South Africa’s climate?

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-Mostly maritime with the cooling effect of the oceans.
-The Benegula Current flows north from Antarica to cool the coastal areas.
-It becomes very warm to hot moving inland away from the coast.

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4
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South Africa’s grape varieties

A

Chenin blanc (locally called Steen)
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

Pinotage (PN x Cinsault croosing)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Syrah, Merlot, Pinot Noir

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5
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South Africa’s Viticulture

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-High occurrence of vine virus(disease).
-The Cape Doctor, a strong southeasterly wind, blows across the western cape in the spring and summer.

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6
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What is “Steen”?

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Chenin Blanc

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7
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What is “Pinotage”?

A

Pinot Noir and Consult crossing

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8
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How the Cape Doctor wind affect to vineyards?

A

Help suppress fungal disease.
Help moderarte temperatures.
Can injure the vines and disturb flowering.
(ぶどうを傷つけ、開花に影響する可能性がある。)

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9
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When was the WO system introduced?

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in 1973

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10
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WO Labeling Laws?

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Vintage: minimum 85%
Variety: Minimum 85%
Appellation: 100%

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