Cornell Wines Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who was Father Junipero Serra?

The Spanish missionary who founded 21 missions in California.

What did Jean Louis Vignes bring to California?

Cabernet from Bordeaux.

What did Count Agoston Harazsthy do for Buena Vista Winery?

Imported grapevine cuttings from Europe.

Who founded the first Napa Valley winery?

Charles Krug. Signup and view all the answers

How many acres were destroyed in California due to the 1915 Phylloxera?

250,000 acres. Signup and view all the answers

What vineyard did Georges de Latour start?

Beaulieu Vineyards. Signup and view all the answers

What was honored at the 1889 Paris Exposition?

California wine from Ingelnook. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Andre Tchelistcheff?

A CA winemaker who introduced modern techniques. Signup and view all the answers

How is California's climate characterized?

Mediterranean. Signup and view all the answers

What are the most popular white grape varieties in California?

Chardonnay Signup and view all the answers

What are the most popular red grape varieties in California?

Cabernet Sauvignon Signup and view all the answers

What did Ernest and Julio Gallo do in 1933?

Opened a small winery in Modesto. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event happened in the 1976 Judgment of Paris?

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon and Chateau Montelena Chardonnay won first place. Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the modern godfather of California wine?

Robert Mondavi. Signup and view all the answers

As of 2019, how many wineries are there in California?

4650+. Signup and view all the answers

What does the French AOC/AOP attempt to regulate?

Place of origin, grape varieties, alcohol content, maximum yields, harvest time, and production methods. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following French wine hierarchy levels:

AOC = 1 IGP = 2 Vin de France/Vin de Table = 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is a famous AOC for Muscadet?

Muscadet, Muscadet Sèvres et Maine. Signup and view all the answers

What is a famous AOC for Chenin Blanc?

Vouvray and Savennières. Signup and view all the answers

What is a famous AOC for Sauvignon Blanc?

Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé. Signup and view all the answers

What is a famous AOC for Viognier?

Condrieu. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Chateauneuf-du-Pape located?

Southern Rhone. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Charles Fournier?

A winemaker from the Champagne region. Signup and view all the answers

What did Dr. Konstantin Frank introduce to New York State?

Vinifera grapes. Signup and view all the answers

What does the NYS farm winery act allow?

Wineries to sell directly. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Figures in California Wine History

Father Junipero Serra: Spanish missionary who established 21 missions in California; founded Mission San Diego in 1769, the first of the mission chain.
Jean Louis Vignes: Introduced Cabernet Sauvignon from Bordeaux to California in 1830.
Count Agoston Harazsthy: Pioneered the import of grapevine cuttings from Europe, founding Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma.
Charles Krug: Established the first winery in Napa Valley in 1861.

Significance of Events

1915 Phylloxera: Caused destruction of 250,000 acres of vineyards in California.
1889 Paris Exposition: California wine from Ingelnook received acclaim for "Purity & Excellence."
1976 Judgment of Paris: Stag's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and Chateau Montelena Chardonnay won top honors in a blind tasting against prestigious French wines.

Innovations and Influential Figures

Georges de Latour: Founder of Beaulieu Vineyards in 1900.
Andre Tchelistcheff: Introduced modern winemaking techniques in the U.S.; began role as winemaker at Beaulieu Vineyards in 1937.

California Wine Characteristics

Climate: Southern California features a Mediterranean climate; diverse microclimates present, with coastal areas being milder and interior basins experiencing extreme temperatures.
Popular White Grapes: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Gris/Grigio.
Popular Red Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir.

Modern Industry Milestones

Ernest and Julio Gallo: Launched a small winery in Modesto in 1933 after the repeal of Prohibition.
Robert Mondavi: Recognized as a key figure in modern California wine; known for creating Fume Blanc, which is Sauvignon Blanc aged in oak.

Statistics and Regulations

Number of Wineries: Over 4,650 wineries operating in California as of 2019.
French AOC/AOP Regulations: Govern aspects like place of origin, grape varieties, alcohol content, maximum yields, harvest timing, and production methods.

Notable French AOC Regions for Grape Varieties

Muscadet: Famous AOC included Muscadet and Muscadet Sever et Maine (Nantais/Loire).
Chenin Blanc: Notable AOCs are Vouvray and Savennieres (Centre Loire).
Sauvignon Blanc: Key AOCs are Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume (East Loire).
Viognier: Prominent AOC is Coudrieu (Northern Rhone).
Chateauneuf-du-Pape: Renowned wine region located in Southern Rhone.

Influential Contributors Outside California

Charles Fournier: A winemaker from Champagne who worked at Gold Seal Winery since 1934.
Dr. Konstantin Frank: Noted viticulturist credited with introducing vinifera grapes to New York through grafting techniques.
NYS Farm Winery Act: Legislation that enables wineries in New York to sell directly to consumers.

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Test your knowledge of key historical figures in California's wine history with these flashcards. Each card highlights influential personalities and their contributions to the wine industry. Perfect for students studying viticulture or enthusiasts exploring California's rich wine heritage.