USA/LOW/AVAs Flashcards
What is the percentage for state appellation in USA?
75% of the grapes must originate from the state listed!
what is the percentage for Californian and Oregon low in USA?
100% from their own state!
( wine exported to EU 85%)
What is the percentage for all designated AVAs ?
Min 85% of the grapes from the stated AVA!
What means the term ‘Estate bottled’ ?
100% of the grapes have come from a single AVA!
How much must contain a wine designated single vineyard?
95% of the grapes must come from the stated vineyard!
If a wine is sold under (VINTAGE Californian wine)? and AVA such as: Napa Valley, or Stag’s Leap?
for California wine 85% of the grapes from stated vintage!
for AVA 95% of the grapes of that year!
In how many Region is divided California, name the Regions?
1.North Coast
2.Central Coast
3.Sierra Foothills
4.Central Valley
5.South Coast
How is California affected by the Pacific Ocean?
The marine influence creates cool and fogy mornings, followed by hot afternoons!
Napa & Sonama
Mendocino County & Monterey County?
*Producing outstanding wines from:
Chardonnay / Pinot Noir!
Name the notable grape varieties of Paso Robles, and 2 districts?
PR Genesko/ PR Estrella
Cab Sauv
Zinfandel
Syrah
Chardonnay
Sau Blanc