White Wines of CA / Other American Wines Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most important white wine grape grown in CA?
A
Chardonnay
2
Q
Name 3 other white wine grapes grown in CA.
A
Sauvignon Blanc
Chenin Blanc
Viognier
3
Q
What is the difference between Sauvignon Blanc & Fume Blanc?
A
None. Was a marketing strategy invented by Robert Mondavi
4
Q
What are the major grapes grown in Washington State?
A
Chardonnay
Riesling
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
5
Q
Does Washington State produce more red or white?
A
Red.
Red = 59%
White = 41%
6
Q
Name the 3 main wine regions of New York.
A
Finger Lakes
Hudson Valley
Long Island
7
Q
Which native American varieties of grapes are grown in in New York?
A
Concord
Catawba
Delaware
8
Q
How many AVAs does Oregon have?
A
18
9
Q
What is the most widely planted grape in Oregon?
A
Pinot Noir
