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42. South Africa Flashcards

1
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What is the climate of South Africa?

A

Mediterranean, especially in coastal regions

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What is the rainfall in South Africa?

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rainfall can be low making irrigation a requirement

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What are the two main cooling influences on the climate in South Africa

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Cape Doctor (south-easterly summer winds that bring cool ocean air inland) and Benguela Current from Antartica (cold ocean current that provides cool winds)

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What are the main South Africa white grapes?

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For fine dry wine: Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Mainly for brandy: Colombard
For dessert wine: Muscat of Alexandria

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What is the local name for Chenin Blanc in South Africa?

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Steen (“Ste-in”)

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What is the local name for Muscat of Alexandria in South Africa?

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Hanepoot

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What is the most widely planted grape in South Africa?

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Chenin Blanc

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What style of wine is made with Chenin Blanc in South Africa?

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dry and sweet

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What is the main grape area for South African Cabernet Sauvignon?

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Stellenbosch District

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What is the main grape area for South African Pinotage?

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Coastal Region

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What is the main grape area for South African Shiraz?

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Paarl, Stellenboasch, Coastal

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What is the main grape area for South African Pinot Noir?

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Walker Bay

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What is the main grape area for South African Chenin Blanc?

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Coastal

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What is the main grape area for South African Chardonnay

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Walker Bay, Coastal, Robertson

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What is the main grape area for South African Sauvignon Blanc?

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Constantia, Coastal, Durbanville, Elgin, Elim, Roberson

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16
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Name 3 important non-traditional wine areas in the most southern aspect of South Africa?

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Elgin, Elim and Walker Bay

17
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What is the most important wine Geographic Unit in South Africa?

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Western Cape Geographic Area.

18
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What is the most widely planted red grape in South Africa?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon

19
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What is the most significant viticultural challenge in South Africa?

A

viral infections, especially leaf roll

20
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Name two significant wine Regions in the Western Cape Geographic Area of South Africa?

A

Coastal Region and Breede River Valley Region

21
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Name 3 significant wine areas within the South African Coastal Region?

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Stellenbosch District, Paarl District, Tygerberg District, Durbanville Ward, Constantia Ward, Swartland District

22
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Name 2 significant wine areas within the South African Breede River Valley Region?

A

Worcester District and Robertson District

23
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What were the parents of Pinotage?

A

Cinsault (known in RSA as “Hermitage”) and Pinot Noir

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