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
and is licenced under the terms of the
GNU Free Documentation Licence.
Contact
If we can be of any assistance please don't hesitate to contact us, or drop by the Rose & Crown during business hours:
email: roseandcrown@alderney.ws
phone: +44 (0) 1481 823414
fax: +44 (0) 1481 823615
The Rose & Crown Hotel
Le Huret,
Alderney
UK Channel Islands
Delivery on Alderney is free :-) we deliver Monday to Saturday between 10am and 1pm.
Please note that we cannot deliver off-island.
|
jump to:
[all products]
[spirits]
[beer & cider]
[wines by grape]
[liqueurs]
[soft drinks]
<< previous page | | next page >> [order by price]
[order alphabetically]
In this categoryLurton Sauvignon Bordeaux Blanc 2008
[read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2008 Color: white Country: France Code: 72946
Made by G Sparkling Red Demi Sec 2010
A delicious yet unusual red sparkling wine produced from 25 year old Gamay vines and a kind of sparkling Beaujolais medium dry red with a touch of sweetness which comes from berries picked at an optimum maturity and then arresting fermentation through temperature control. Mouthwatering crunchy raspberry, black cherry and blueberry fruit with the added bonus of only 9% by volume of alcohol, so you can enjoy that extra glass with pleasure. Serve chilled. [read on...]
A B V: 9% Vintage: 2010 Color: red Country: France Code: 76639
Malbec/Cabernet Franc 2005 Porteau
The grapes are selectively hand picked fermented in stainless steel tanks and the wine matured in barrique for 12 months. Four years bottle age has allowed the wine to develop fully, yet retain a delicious freshness. Complex nose with soft fruity mouth filling Morello cherry fruit. This is a perfect marriage of thse two grape varieties which compliment each other so well. Awarded Gold Medal, Paris challenge. [read on...]
A B V: 12.5% Vintage: 2005 Color: red Country: France Code: 74223
Mas Janeil Côtes du Roussillon Rouge 2006
A cracking Côtes du Roussillon Villages with an intense aromatic bouquet with notes of spices especially black pepper and finely balanced flavour, elegant and supple with soft ripe tannins and a hit of spices in the background. [read on...]
A B V: 14.5% Vintage: 2006 Color: red Country: France Code: 73016
Mas la Pierre VDP Muscat Sec 06
In this wine Cave de Frontignon have suceeded in producing a delicious dry white wine from the fickle Muscat grape, and offers an attractive alternative to Muscat d'Alsace. Light delicately flavoured with notes of orange flavours and a touch of spice. Served chilled it can be drunk at any time though out the day. It makes an excellent aperitif before a meal. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2006 Color: white Country: France Region: Herault Code: 68107
Mâcon La Roche Vigneuse Blanc 2007
A stunning white Burgundy from the superior Villages classification. Pale straw colour with green tinge, with aromas of strawberries, pineapple and gereengage, with a touch of vanilla as 30% of this wine was matured in French oak casks, The flavour is powerful and rich, with a hint of hazelnuts. A delightful wine up with the very best. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2007 Color: white Country: France Code: 72077
Mâcon La Roche Vineuse Cuvee Prestige 08
A small part of this wine was vinified in French oak barrels and then blended with wine vinified in stainless steel tanks-and what a fine marriage it is. The oaked wine, although barely discernable, has added width, intrige and complexity without compromising the exotic fruit and contributing a hint of vanilla and toasted brioche. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2008 Color: white Country: France Code: 73867
Mâcon Loché 2008 SM Paris
We offer this wine as a pocket friendly alternative to Pouilly Fuisse and Saint Veran. Whilst it does not have the complexity and intensity of its famous neighbours it is similar in style and offering fine value. Plenty of fresh youthful fruit. Blink and you would have missed the hint of honey on the farewell. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2008 Color: white Country: France Code: 73815
Mâcon Milly Lamartine 2009 GM Paris
Exotic fruits dominate the flavour of this award winning wine - peaches, nectarines, pears, lychees and some apricots laced with white flowers. Delicious, big, powerful and outstanding. [read on...]
A B V: 13.5% Vintage: 2009 Color: white Country: France Code: 73859
<<
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[7]
[8]
[9]
[10]
[11]
[12]
[13]
[14]
[15]
[16]
[17]
[18]
[19]
[20]
[21]
[22]
[23]
[24]
[25]
[26]
[27]
[28]
[29] [30]
[31]
[32]
[33]
[34]
[35]
[36]
[37]
[38]
[39]
[40]
[41]
[42]
[43]
>>
[order by price]
[order alphabetically]
|
