USA - New York Flashcards
Who was responsible for the adoption of Vitis Vinifera grape varieties in New York?
Dr Konstantin Frank
Name the sub AVAs of the Finger Lakes
Cayuga Lake AVA
Seneca Lake AVA
What role do the lakes play in the Finger Lakes AVA?
They function as energy batteries, both insulating the vineyards from harsh frosts during the winter and cooling them during the summer. This combination leads to the long, temperate growing season essential to healthy grape development.
What grape variety is Finger Lakes best known for?
Riesling made in a range of styles from dry to sweet
What % of New York’s wine is produced in the Finger Lakes?
90%
What is the native grape Niagara a crossing of?
Conchord and Cassady
What AVAs are contained within the Long Island AVA?
Hamptons AVA
Norfolk AVA
What 2 States is Lake Erie AVA shared between?
New York and Pennsylvania
What grape variety are 95% of the vineyards in Lake Erie AVA planted to?
Concord
What type of wine production is prominent in the Niagara Escarpment AVA?`
Ice wine, however table wine is also a focus
What is the Hudson River Region AVA known for?
The production of Hudson River White (primarily Seyval Blanc) and Hudson River Red (primarily Noiret and Dechaunac)
Cayuga Lake AVA and Seneca Lake AVA are contained within which AVA?
Finger Lakes AVA