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 categoryGris de Grenache Rosé 2010
Pale pink colour with a big fruity bouquet of strawberries, raspberries and a gentle brush of orange marmalade which follows on to the palate. Very moreish. Fully deserves the Gold Medal award. [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: 2010 Color: rose Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 76360
Groot Eiland Chardonnay 2009
Fruity Chardonnay with citrus and vanilla flavours on the palate with a touch of crispness to balance and give a pleasant aftertaste. [read on...]
A B V: 14% Vintage: 2009 Color: white Country: South Africa Code: 74301
Groot Eiland Chenin Blanc 2010
A much underrated grape variety that offers versatility and value. It has strong aromas of guava and acacia and tropical flavours of dried apricots, ripe pears and citrus lingering on the farewell. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2010 Color: white Country: South Africa Code: 74319
Groote Post Chardonnay Noble Late Harvest 2006
This maiden vintage from a botrytis infected Chardonnay produced this golden nectar displaying glorious peach and honey flavours offset by a textured but refreshing and uncloying acid structure. With five years bottle age it has brought apricot and orange marmalade flavours to the fore. Makes a delightful finish to a meal. Excellent with blue cheeses. 10. 5% Alc. [read on...]
A B V: 10.5% Vintage: 2006 Color: white Country: South Africa Code: 75779
Groote Post Chenin Blanc 2006
Light bodied dry white wine with elegant nuances of green apple and guava. Easy drinking and perfect during the warmer summer months [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: 2006 Color: unspecifie Country: South Africa Region: Swartland Code: 66873
Groote Post Chenin Blanc 2011
Alc 13% A bright, full-style Chenin Blanc with a tropical fruit-salad palate and green apple flavours. A very good length and body for this vintage and, as it is bottled under screw cap, will preserve its freshness and verve for a good few years to come. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2011 Color: white Country: South Africa Region: Western Cape Code: 75760
Groote Post Merlot 2010
Warm elegant nose with hints of black soft fruits and whiffs of mint. The flavour is an explosion of blueberries, blackberries, plums and chocolate and a lingering persistent finish. 14. 5% alc. [read on...]
A B V: 14.5% Vintage: 2010 Color: red Country: South Africa Region: Western Cape Code: 75735
Groote Post Pinot Noir 2008
The old world style with a hint of spice, thatch and cherry on the nose and a pleasing palate of cherries, mulberries and fruit pastilles. Gentle yet luscious and full, it has developed ifs traditional savoury Pinot Noir characters. Awarded 4 stars, Platter 2010 [read on...]
A B V: 14% Vintage: 2008 Color: red Country: South Africa Code: 74927
Groote Post Pinot Noir 2009
13. 5% alc. This is a fine vintage from this famous old wine estate and for the first time the style leans noticeably towards good burgundy. A dark fruit, red cherry and cranberry fruit delivering with savoury flavours interlaced with silky, supple tannins. Excellent value. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2009 Color: red Country: South Africa Region: Western Cape Code: 75726
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