Switzerland Flashcards
What is the most widely planted red grape variety in Switzerland?
Pinot Noir (Blauburgunder)
Which Swiss wine region, located along Lake Geneva, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Lavaux
Which white grape variety is almost exclusively grown in Switzerland and is known for its full-bodied wines?
Chasselas
Which mountain range plays a crucial role in Switzerland’s winegrowing climate?
The Alps
What is the local name for Pinot Noir in the German-speaking regions of Switzerland?
Blauburgunder
Which Swiss canton produces the most wine?
Valais
Which Swiss wine region is known for its steep terraced vineyards along the Rhône River?
Valais
What is the Swiss term for a winegrower’s house or tavern where local wines are served?
Caveau
Which Swiss wine region shares a viticultural heritage with neighboring France’s Jura region?
Neuchâtel
Which Swiss wine region is best known for producing high-quality Merlot wines?
Ticino
Which Swiss wine is often lightly sparkling and made from Pinot Noir in the Neuchâtel region?
Oeil-de-Perdrix
Which Swiss lake influences the vineyards of Lavaux, moderating the climate?
Lake Geneva
