South Africa - General Flashcards
When was South Africa’s Wine of Origin system introduced?
1973
What is the labelling requirement for varietal wines in South Africa?
> 85% of stated grape
All grapes with >20% must be listed
What is the labelling requirement for vintage wines in South Africa?
> 85% from listed vintage
What are the labelling requirements for area-labelled wines in South Africa?
100% of grapes from listed area
What are South Africa’s types of production area (from largest to smallest)?
Geographical unit
Region
District
Ward
What does Single Vineyard Wine mean in South Africa?
Grapes came from one vineyard that is registered and less than 6 hectares
What does Estate mean in South Africa?
Grapes come from contiguous parcels of vineyards and are vinified and bottled on a single property
What is IPW in South Africa?
Integrated Production of Wine Scheme
When was the IPW established?
1998
What is the IPW in South Africa?
Voluntary means of certification for WO producers to comply with sustainable environmental standards
What are the geographical units of South Africa?
Western Cape
Northern Cape
Eastern Cape
Kwazulu-Natal
Limpopo
Free State
What is Douglas (SA)?
A district in Northern Cape
What is Sutherland-Karoo?
A district in Northern Cape
What is Hartswater?
An independent ward in Northern Cape
What is Central Orange River?
An independent ward in Northern Cape
What is Prieska?
An independent ward in Northern Cape
What is St. Francis Bay?
An independent ward in Eastern Cape
What is Central Drakensberg?
A district in Kwazulu-Natal
What is Lions River?
A district in Kwazulu-Natal
How many sub-areas of Limpopo exist?
None
What is Rietriver FS?
An independent ward in Free State
What is Breede River Valley?
A region in Western Cape
What is Cape South Coast?
A region in Western Cape
What is Coastal Region?
A region in Western Cape
What is Klein Karoo?
A region in Western Cape