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 categoryChardonnay VDP Val de Loire 2008
The Abbaye Saint de Radegonde Chardonnay is an harmonious dry wine with pale yellow colour and golden hue. and fresh fruity aromas of pear, apple and pineapple. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2008 Color: unspecifie Country: France Region: Loire Code: 71825
Chardonnay, Terre d`Amandier 2004
A delicious Chardonnay produced from a greatly restricted harvest and
selected vineyard parcels and partially matured in oak. It has rich and
creamy aromas with a hint of oak and praline. The flavour has traces of
honey, acacia flowers and a subtle elegance. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2004 Color: Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 63606
Chassagne Montrachet Clos Saint Jean 1er Crû 07
This 1er Cru offers a superb image of this appellation. The nose is full of expression of white flowers and honeysuckle with subtely. The flavour is lively, fleshy and stout, powerful yet elegant. There is a citrus and mineral edge to round off an intriguing and complex flavour. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2007 Color: white Code: 73928
Chateau Camplazens, Garrigue La Clape 2001
La Garrigue reflects the unique characteristics of southern France with its earthy flavours and floral aromas. Like the moorlands from which La Garrigue is named, hints of rosemary and thyme give way to soft red plums and a smooth gentle finish. This very drinkable Syrah blend oairs well with grilled chicken and vegetables, casserols and hearty meat dishes. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2001 Color: Country: France Region: Languedoc Code: 58689
Chateau Camplazens, Premium La Clape 2001
The Premium cuvee is the highest quality red wine produced at Chateau Camplazens in years of exceptional harvest. This intense full bodied wine is layered with dark fruit, blackberries and redcurrants. With its supple tannins the wine offers hints of black pepper, smoke and mocha with a touch of green bell pepper on the finish. This wine is bold and complex and showing excellent maturity. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2001 Color: Country: France Region: Languedoc Code: 58698
Chateau Camplazens, Reserve La Clape 2000
This powerful red has flavours of red plum and crushed fruits, spicy notes, soft gentle tannins and hints of fresh herbs with a smooth and polished finish. It is made up of the traditional blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre. The grapes ripen to perfection in the unique micro climate, unique to this special Mediterranean landscape. Excellent with red meat dishes, strong cheeses, venison and risotto dishes. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2000 Color: Country: France Region: Languedoc Code: 58706
Chateau Fort de Roquetaillade 2001
A wine made from 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Semillon, intriguingly complex bouquet-blackcurrants and green almonds-and a full fresh floral flavour. Dry. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2001 Color: Country: France Region: Bordeaux Code: 56378
Chateau Giscours 1999
Coloured a deep ruby, this wine offers intense berry fruit and cedar on the nose and palate with hints of chocolate and bell peppers. Very complex with fine-grained tannins and a memorable long-lasting finish. [read on...]
Vintage: 1999 Color: unspecifie Country: France Region: Bordeaux Code: 57299
Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion, Blanc Pessac 1996
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A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 1996 Color: red Country: France Code: 59184
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