Wine Flights and Regional Grapes Review

Flashcards covering vocabulary, producers, and winemaking techniques described in the lecture notes.

J.B. Becker Trocken Riesling

A Riesling from the Rheingau region of Germany, known for a rustic, age-worthy style and sealed with a glass cork since 2003 to prevent cork taint.

Château Carbonneau ‘Margot’ Bordeaux Blanc

A 100% Sauvignon Blanc wine from the Côtes de Bordeaux, notable because Bordeaux Blanc is typically a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.

Aquitaine Blonde cows

A herd of cows that share the vineyard at Château Carbonneau, naturally fertilizing the soils and contributing to the estate’s ecosystem.

Tenuta di Carleone Toscana Pianvecchio Bianco

A Chianti-based wine made from a blend of Vermentino, Trebbiano, Malvasia, Gewürztraminer, and Riesling, produced at the historic Castiglioni estate.

Aguijon de Abeja Cabernet Sauvignon

A red wine from Cafayate, Salta, Argentina, crafted from high-altitude vineyards (over $8,000$ feet) by brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti.

Tabali Pedregoso Carmenère Gran Reserva

A red wine from the Valle de Cachapoal in Chile, produced by one of the pioneering wineries in the Limarí region near the Atacama Desert.

Bodegas Olivares Altos de la Hoya Monastrell

A wine from Jumilla, Spain, sourced from Finca Hoya de Santa Ana, featuring rare pre-phylloxera rootstocks preserved by the region's sandy soils.

Domaine Cheveau Mâcon-Fuissé ‘Les Grandes Bruyères’

A Chardonnay from Burgundy, France, aged for one year on the lees with two-thirds in stainless steel and one-third in $600$ liter barrels.

Paul D. Rosé - Zweigelt

An Austrian rosé from the Wagram region made from the Zweigelt grape by a fourth-generation winemaker who took over at age 16.

Presqu'ile

The Creole word for “almost an island,” and the name of a Santa Maria Valley winery founded by the Murphy family in 2007.

Moraitis “Sillogi”

A Greek white blend of 50% Assyrtiko and 50% Malagousia from Paros Island, where vines grow on original rootstock due to the absence of phylloxera.

Moschofilero

A pink-skinned, aromatic grape variety from Greece that was rescued from near extinction by winemaker Yiannis Tselepos.

Tsigello

The clonal name of the Mavrodaphne grape used by Rouvalis Winery to emphasize a dry, modern, and refined expression rather than a sweet Port-style wine.

Gravity-fed system

An innovative 6-level winery setup used by Rouvalis Winery to move grapes and wine gently without pumps, minimizing oxygen exposure.

Cava | Avinyo 2022

An organic sparkling wine from Penedes, Spain, made using the Traditional Method and aged 18-22 months before disgorgement.

Masia

The Catalan name for a farmhouse, exemplified by the Esteve family's “Can Fontanals” built in 1597.

Crémant de Bourgogne Sparkling Brut Rosé NV

A Traditional Method sparkling rosé from Burgundy, France, produced by the family-owned house Albert Bichot which was formed in 1831.

Tank Method

A sparkling winemaking style where the second fermentation takes place in a stainless steel vat; used for the Villa Castellazzo ROTA Lambrusco.

Noble Rot (Botrytis)

A beneficial fungus that affects grapes, concentrating sugars and flavors, used in the production of Sauternes and Beerenauslese sweet wines.

Château Laribotte Sauternes 2023

A dessert wine from Bordeaux made from 95% Semillon, hand-harvested after being affected by noble rot, with a residual sugar of $144.5\,g/L$.

Steindorfer Beerenauslese ‘Cuvée Klaus’ 2023

An Austrian sweet wine with $190\,g/L$ residual sugar, produced from botrytised Muscat Ottonel and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

Mullineaux Straw Wine 2021

A Chenin Blanc from Swartland, South Africa, with $345\,g/L$ residual sugar, made using the Appasimento method of drying grapes in the shade.

Appasimento method

A process where grapes are left to dry outdoors (in the shade for Mullineaux) for 2-4 weeks to naturally concentrate sugars, acids, and flavors.

Paul Direder Grüner Veltliner

A vibrant white wine from Wagram, Austria, harvested from 20-30 year old vines and fermented in stainless steel vats.

Tasting Notes of Aguijon de Abeja Cabernet Sauvignon

Rich flavors of dark fruit such as blackberry and cassis, with hints of vanilla and spice from oak aging.

Region of Aguijon de Abeja Cabernet Sauvignon

Cafayate, Salta, Argentina, noted for its high-altitude vineyards that enhance the wine's flavor profile.

Tasting Notes of Tenuta di Carleone Toscana Pianvecchio Bianco

Aromatic with notes of floral, citrus, and tropical fruit, complemented by a refreshing minerality.

Region of Tenuta di Carleone Toscana Pianvecchio Bianco

Tuscany, Italy, widely recognized for its historic and premium wine production.

Tasting Notes of Paul D. Rosé - Zweigelt

Lively flavors of strawberry and cherry with refreshing acidity, offering a light and crisp profile.

Region of Paul D. Rosé - Zweigelt

Wagram, Austria, an area known for diverse terroirs and producing quality rosé wines.

Tasting Notes of Moraitis “Sillogi”

A blend showcasing citrus fruits and stone fruits, balanced with a mineral finish and a fresh acidity.

Region of Moraitis “Sillogi”

Paros Island, Greece, unique for its original rootstocks due to the absence of phylloxera.

Tasting Notes of Tsigello

Modern interpretation with flavors of dark fruits and subtle spices, emphasizing dryness over sweetness.

Region of Tsigello

Greece, from the Mavrodaphne grape variety, showcasing the country's ancient winemaking traditions.

Tasting Notes of Cava | Avinyo 2022

Bright flavors of green apple, citrus, and a hint of toasted bread, with fine, persistent bubbles.

Region of Cava | Avinyo 2022

Penedes, Spain, known for its production of high-quality sparkling wines using traditional methods.

Tasting Notes of Crémant de Bourgogne Sparkling Brut Rosé NV

Delicate notes of raspberry and cherry, with a creamy mouthfeel and refreshing acidity.

Region of Crémant de Bourgogne Sparkling Brut Rosé NV

Burgundy, France, an appellation recognized for its traditional method sparkling wines.

Tasting Notes of Noble Rot (Botrytis)

Enhances sweetness concentration and complexity in wines, often producing honeyed flavors and caramel notes.

Region of Noble Rot (Botrytis)

Not specific to a region, but significant in areas like Bordeaux (Sauternes) and Austria (Beerenauslese).

Tasting Notes of Steindorfer Beerenauslese ‘Cuvée Klaus’ 2023

Sweet and rich, with flavors of apricot, honey, and a vibrant acidity.

Region of Steindorfer Beerenauslese ‘Cuvée Klaus’ 2023

Austria, recognized for producing high-quality sweet wines from botrytised grapes.

Tasting Notes of Mullineaux Straw Wine 2021

Intense sweetness with concentrated flavors of stone fruits and dried figs, balanced by vibrant acidity.

Region of Mullineaux Straw Wine 2021

Swartland, South Africa, known for diverse grape varieties and innovative winemaking.

Tasting Notes of Paul Direder Grüner Veltliner

Expresses fresh white pepper, lush fruit, and crisp acidity, offering a refreshing finish.

Region of Paul Direder Grüner Veltliner

Wagram, Austria, noted for its high-quality Grüner Veltliner wines.