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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In this categoryPinot Gris Valle de Uco 2008
This Pinot Gris produced in Argentina (known as Pinot Grigio in Italy0 is an extraordinary grape variety that produces high quality wines that are fine and supple. Somewhat exotic in character, it has notes of white flowers and jasmine om the nose and delicious off-dry flavours of peaches, nectarine and mandarine. Fresh acidity completes a fine harmony in this wine. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2008 Color: white Code: 72963
Pinotage 2007 Meinert
As scion of a Namibian printing and publishing family and ex journalist Meinert aptly named this deeply coloured Pinotage "Printers Ink". It is full bodied, elegant and has richness on the mid palate. [read on...]
A B V: 13,5% Vintage: 2007 Color: red Country: South Africa Region: Western Cape Code: 74458
Pol Roger Brut NV
Brut Reserve is fine and elegant with a certain character thanks to the technique of cold settling. This method, which is the most natural one, makes it possible to develop the most sensitive floral aromas. The result is a Champagne of fine richness, full-bodied as a result of the Pinot Noir and smooth and light thanks to the Chardonnay. Elegant with a fine mousse. HALF BOTTLES AVAILABLE. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: non-vintag Color: unspecifie Country: France Region: Champagne Code: 34770
Pol Roger Brut Rose 1998
This rose champagne, composed of approximately 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay drawn from some 20 grands and premiers crus, captures the brilliance of the moment with harmony, freshness and sensuality. 15% of Pinot Noir from Bouzy vinified `en rouge` contributes just what is required in terms of added lustre and a hint of frivolity. Taken as a whole, the hallmarks of the 1990 vintage are: a fine structure and an appealing seductive delicacy. The colour is instantly appealing: the palate is soft, supple and spicy: the mousse ethereal: the appeal irrestible! [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 1998 Color: Country: France Region: Champagne Code: 34805
Pol Roger Brut Vintage 1996
This is a cuvée with an expression of fruit, figs and dried apricots. A lovely style with flesh. Altogether a wine which has retained its youth. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 1996 Color: Country: France Region: Champagne Code: 48784
Pol Roger Magnum
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Vintage: non-vintag Color: unspecifie Country: France Region: Champagne Code: 64658
Pommard 1er Cru Clos des Epenots 1994 Ch.de Meurs
Slightly lighter colour than usual but with a strong Pinot character and soft succulent style of wines from this region of Burgundy. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 1994 Color: red Country: France Region: Beaune Code: 41747
Pommard Clos des Epenots 1er Cru 97 Ch.de Meursau
A splendid wine. Although young the style is soft and `feminine`, finely balanced and giving pleasure now although it will improve with keeping over the next 5-10 years. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 1997 Color: unspecifie Country: France Region: Beaune Code: 44719
Pommard Les Riottes 2007
The Rottes vineyard is situated near Chateau de Pommard, being exposed to south east and the wines regularly recieve top awards for outstanding quality. This vintage is no exception. Red with violet reflections, the bouquet has floral notes with hints of fruits and red cherries. Masculine in structure, it offers wonderful fruits on the flavour with a strong thread of soft ripe tannins. Elegant and long farewell. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2007 Color: red Country: France Code: 73971
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