CSW Wine Regions & Geography 2

Question 1

Which Italian wine region is home to Barolo and Barbaresco?

Accepted Answer

Piedmont

Answer

Piedmont, in northwestern Italy, produces Barolo and Barbaresco from the Nebbiolo grape.

Question 2

The Douro Valley is the primary wine-producing region of which country?

Accepted Answer

Portugal

Answer

Portugal's Douro Valley is world-famous for Port wine production along the Douro River.

Question 3

Which U.S. state produces wine in the Willamette Valley AVA?

Accepted Answer

Oregon

Answer

The Willamette Valley is Oregon's most celebrated wine region, particularly known for Pinot Noir.

Question 4

Rioja, Spain's most famous wine region, is divided into three sub-zones. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Rioja Central

Answer

Rioja's three sub-zones are Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa, and Rioja Oriental (formerly Rioja Baja).

Question 5

The Champagne region of France is primarily located in which department?

Accepted Answer

Marne

Answer

The Marne department is the heart of Champagne, containing Épernay and Reims.

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