Wines By Region
The word wine comes from the Old English win, which derives from the Proto-Germanic *winam which was an early borrowing from the Latin vinum, (which can mean either the `wine` or the `vine`), from Aeolic Greek Fοίνος, (woinos) and from earlier languages such as Hebrew יין (yayin).
Wine producing Regions
Wine grapes grow almost exclusively between thirty and fifty degrees north or south of the equator. The world`s most southerly vineyards are in the South Island of New Zealand near the 45th parallel. However, the world`s most northerly vineyard is Blaxsta Vingård in Flen, Sweden, just above the 59th parallel. As a rule, grapevines prefer a relatively long growing season of 100 days or more with warm daytime temperatures (not above 95°F/35°C) and cool nights (a difference of 40°F/23°C or more).
Wine exporting countries
The 14 largest export nations (2005 dates) – France, Italy, Spain, Australia, Chile, the United States of America, Germany, South Africa, Portugal, Romania, Moldova, Hungary, Croatia and Argentina. California produces about 90% of the wine in the United States. In 2000, Great Britain imported more wine from Australia than from France for the first time in history.
The leaders in export volume by market share in 2003 were:
* France, 22%
* Italy, 20%
* Spain, 16%
* Australia, 8%
* Chile, 6%
* United States, 5%
* Portugal, 4%
* Germany, 4%
Wine production by country 2005
Rank, Country, Production (tonnes)
1 France 5,329,449
2 Italy 5,056,648
3 Spain 3,934,140
4 United States 2,232,000
5 Argentina 1,564,000
6 China 1,300,000
7 Australia 1,274,000
8 South Africa 1,157,895
9 Germany 1,014,700
10 Chile 788,551
This article is based entirely or in part on the
Wines By Region wikipedia article
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GNU Free Documentation Licence.
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In this categoryCremant de Limoux AOC Rose Martinolles NV
This wine is 70%Chard,20%Chenin B & 10%Pinot Noir. The grapes are harvested manually on a selective basis to ensure max quality. The Pinto Noir grapes are left in the press for5-6 hrs to extract colour from their skins. Fermentation then takes place in stainless tanks at a cool 18deg to conserve its fruit. Secondary fermentation takes place in bottle to create fine bubbles after which they are stored on wooden slats. 3 months before releasing the sparkling wine for sale, the lees (dead yeast sediment) is disgorged & the bottle is re-corked. Process is exactly the same as for champagne. The robe of this pink methode champenoise sparkling wine is pale pink with a shade of raspberry. It has fine effervescence with a persistant mousse cordon formed by the fine bubbles. The nose is slightly perfumed with fragrance of Frais de Bois strawberries & hint of redcurrant. Effervescence in the mouth with hints of grapefruit & blood orange. [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: non-vintag Color: rose Country: France Code: 75091
Cremant de Loire Brut N.V.
Pale colour dry sparkling with a fine 'mousse' made Methode Traditionelle. Open fruity nose of white fleshed fruits, white peaches and pears are pronounced and brioche. Lovely volume in the mouth, fresh and aromatic. [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: non-vintag Color: white Country: France Region: Loire Code: 72147
Cuvee des Ardoises du Ch. des Earles
Ardoises meaning `slaves`, is the name of the vineyard it is produced from. It is the `second label` of Cháteau des Erles, stretching over 70 hectares and is set in a perfect location amid breathtaking landscapes, overlooking Villeneuve des Corbieres. The Carigan, Grenache and Syrah vines grown to produce this very splendid and special wine are very old. The windy climate provides the vegetation with the right amount of ventilation preventing diseases that thrive in humidity, thus eliminating the use of pesticides. The unique character of each grape variety is respected and with a carefully tailored approach, the very best is obtained out of each part of the vineyard. Several cuvées are produced. This wine is their
flagship, their very best, and what an exceptional Fitou it is, reflecting
the quality of the `terroir`, and for its outstanding quality it has been
recognised as ``the Crû of Fitou`` and is one of the finest wines of Languedoc-Roussillon. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: -1 Color: Country: France Region: Languedoc Code: 66039
Cuvée Orelie Blanc 2010
Verstaile, easy drinking dry white with an attractive fruity bouquet and pleasing flavour with a touch of citrus on the finish. [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: 2010 Color: white Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 75579
Cuvée Orelie Rouge 2010
Made up from 80% Merlot and 20% Gamay this attractive easy drinking red has plenty of black fruits on the nose with soft well integrated tannins. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2010 Color: red Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 76143
Cuvee Charles Gardet Brut 1999
This is the "Dom Perignon" of the George Gardet range of champagnes. Made From Premier Crû and Grand Crû grapes it is aged for 5 years before being released. It has a pale colour and fine delicate bubble. A very fine champagne for the connoisseur at an attractive price. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 1999 Color: white Country: France Code: 71390
Cuvée d une Nuits Rose 2008
The cuvee name derives from leaving the grape juice on the black skins theing the fool of the first jnight to extract the pink colour. Sold in a very attractive frosted bottle, the wine is pale pink salmon in colour. The nose is expressive and fresh in the mouth. Ideal for summer drinking - in quantity! [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: 2008 Color: rose Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 71651
Delaforce Tawny Port Bottle
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A B V: 19.5% Vintage: non-vintag Color: unspecifie Code: 77003
Della Casa Rosso
A light - bodied red wine with fruit and character which offers good value. Quaffable and in the style of Veronese red wine. [read on...]
A B V: 11.5% Vintage: -1 Color: Country: Italy Code: 47177
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