South Africa

Question 1

Pinotage is a cross between which 2 European grape varieties?

Accepted Answer

Pinot Noir & Cinsault

Question 2

The South African vineyards are approximately the same size as those of Bordeaux?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

How would you describe the climate of South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean climate with warm summers from November to April

Question 4

What is the other name for Chenin Blanc in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Steen

Question 5

Is Pinotage a cross or a hybrid grape variety?

Accepted Answer

Cross

Question 6

Pinot Noir is light with low tannins, Cinsault is light with low Tannins.

Accepted Answer

Pinotage is dark in colour with high tannins

Question 7

Name the two iconic grapes of South Africa.

Accepted Answer

Pinotage & Chenin Blanc

Question 8

What is the name given to the seasonal South-Easter winds that dry and clean the vineyards?

Accepted Answer

The Cape Doctor

Question 9

The South African vineyards are divided into which classifications?

Accepted Answer

Regions, districts, and wards

Question 10

The Gulf Stream warms the coast of Europe. Which current cools the coast of South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The Benguela Current

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