History Flashcards
(12 cards)
What were the first grapes planted in America?
Spaniards successfully planted Mission grapes in the early 1500s in what is now Mexico, and monks brought Missiok grape to what would be California now
Who planted the first Napa vineyard?
By 1830, George Yount had arrived in Napa as the first American settler to set foot in the valley and planted its first vineyard
Who is dubbed father of California wines?
Hungarian born, self dubbed “Count” Agostan Haraszthy arrived in Sonoma in 1849, where he founded Buena Vista, one of California’s oldest commercial wineries. He planted more than 300 varieties.
What was the oldest winery in Napa?
After working for Haraszthy, Charles Krug moved in 1861 to St. Helena and founded his winery.
When was Inglenook founded?
1880s by Finnish immigrant Gustav Niebann
Who was André Tchelistcheff and the impact he had on American wines?
A Russian winemaker trained in France. He brought up standards of hygiene and techniques to California and mentored Robert Mondavi, Louis Martini, Joe Heitz, Mike Grgich
When did Robert Mondavi launched his own wine?
Following his departure of Charles Krug, he launched his first harvest in 1966
Who were some modern pioneers of Sonoma?
Hanzell, Martin Ray, Simi
Tell me about the first Pinot Noir planted in Willamette Valley.
In 1965, David Lett of the Eyrie Vineyards
Which American wines won the 1976 Judgement of Paris?
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellar Cab Sauv and Chateau Montelena Chardonnay
What was the first Napa Cab to sell more than $100?
In 1978 Diamond Creek
What was the shift in 1990s for Napa wines?
Bigger and bolder. Cult producers emerging such as Screaming Eagle, Colgin, Harlan Estate
