CANADA

A set of vocabulary flashcards related to Canadian wine regions and grape varieties.

Icewine

A type of dessert wine produced from grapes that have been frozen while still on the vine.

Niagara Peninsula

The most important appellation in Ontario, known for its extended growing season and quality grape production.

VQA (Vintners Quality Alliance)

Canada's appellation system ensuring wines are made from 100% locally grown grapes.

Cabernet Franc

A red grape variety that produces wines with herbal characteristics and is commonly blended with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Okanagan Valley

A primary appellation in British Columbia characterized by a semi-desert environment and low rainfall.

Riesling

A white grape variety that produces fresh, fruity dry and off-dry wines, as well as high-quality Icewines.

Chardonnay

A white grape variety known for its pure fruit character, often made with restrained oak, common in Ontario.

Vidal

A hardy hybrid grape variety used in the production of Icewine, known for lower acidity and aromatic complexity.

Pinot Noir

A black grape variety used to produce high-quality wines, although its plantings are small in Canadian vineyards.

Merlot

A widely planted black grape variety in British Columbia, often used in blends or as a varietal wine.