Varietals, Regions, and Ratings Flashcards
Name three varietals grown in the North Island region in New Zealand
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chardonnay
- Riesling
Name two varietals grown in
South Island, New Zealand
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinot Noir
What are the four main varietals grown in Germany?
- Riesling
- Müller-Thurgau
- Spätburgunder
- Silvaner
What does AOP mean? (France)
Appellation d’Origine Protogée
What are the three varietals used to make Champagne?
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Meunier
What are the three white grapes of Bordeaux?
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Semillon
- Muscadelle
What is the soil type in Beaujolais and what is the primary grape?
- Granantic
- Gamay
Where will you find Sauvignon Blanc grown in the Loire?
Pouilly-Fumé and Sancere in the Upper Loire
grown in Kimmeridgian Soil (chalky marl)
What are the two DOCA regions in Spain?
- Riojas
- Priora
What grape is King in
Northern Rhône?
Syrah
What region co-ferments whites and reds together?
Côtes du Rhône in Southern Rhône
In the Loire Valley what are the two main grapes for whites, and the main grape for reds?
Whites
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chenin Blanc
- Muscadet
Reds
- Cabernet Franc
What is the main grape in Chabils?
How is it fermented?
Chardonnay
Fermented in stainless steel tanks. Grown in very white limestone. Smells of minerality, fresh and lively tastes.
What is a GSM in Australia?
- Grenache
- Syrah
- Mouvedre
What is the difference between a Château and a Domaine?
A Domain is a terrotory or empire in Burgundy
A Chateau is a country house in Bordeaux