the americas Flashcards
In what county lies the Santa Maria Valley AVA?
Santa Barbara County
What grapes are grown in Santa Maria Valley AVA?
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
List the 4 sub-regions of the Central Valley in Chile from north to south.
- Maipo
- Rapel
- Curicó
- Maule
What features influence Casablanca and San Antonio Valley in Chile?
- the Pacific Ocean
- Mountains
- Morning fogs
- Afternoon winds
In which state is the Willamette Valley AVA located?
Oregon
What grape is the Finger Lakes AVA known for?
Riesling
What grape is Stag’s Leap District and Rutherford AVA known for?
Cabernet Sauvignon
In which region of Chile does the Elqui Valley reside?
Coquimbo
Describe a wine made from Carmenère.
Full bodied with black fruit and herbal aromas
What is the name of the current that flows up from the Antarctica into Chile?
Humboldt Current
What is the name of the current that flows up the west coast of South Africa?
Benguela Current
Where are the Cachapoal and Colchagua Valleys in Chile located?
Rapel Valley
Describe a wine made from the Torrontés grape.
Medium-bodied and medium acidity, stone fruits, and melon
Which is the largest challenge in Argentina for grape growing?
Hail
What is the second most planted grape in Argentina?
Bonarda
Which region in Mendoza has the highest altitude vineyards?
Uco Valley
