Category:Wine regions
Wine region is a wine term used to describe a geographically defined area where grapevines are cultivated and wine is produced. The concept is fundamental to understanding the influence of location on wine quality and style. A wine region may be officially regulated—as in appellation systems such as the French AOC or Italian DOC[1]—or used more loosely to describe an area recognised for shared climatic, geographic, or cultural winemaking traits.
Usage in wine
Wine regions serve both practical and legal purposes. They help delineate what grape varieties can be grown, how wines must be made, and how they may be labelled[2]. In many countries, controlled appellations or geographical indications provide a framework for origin-based labelling, intended to preserve authenticity and protect consumers. The characteristics of a wine region—its climate, soil, elevation, and traditional methods—are essential components of terroir, shaping the flavour and structure of the wines produced there[3].
Notable examples
Famous wine regions include Burgundy and Champagne in France, Tuscany in Italy, Napa Valley in the United States, and Barossa Valley in Australia. Each region has developed a unique reputation based on its history, grape varieties, and regional wine style[4]. Some are large and diverse, while others are small and tightly regulated.
References
- ↑ Robinson (ed.), The Oxford Companion to Wine, Oxford University Press, 2015, p. 744.
- ↑ Johnson & Robinson, The World Atlas of Wine, 7th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2013, pp. 28–29.
- ↑ Goode, The Science of Wine: From Vine to Glass, University of California Press, 2014, p. 40.
- ↑ Robinson (ed.), The Oxford Companion to Wine, Oxford University Press, 2015, p. 745.
Pages in category "Wine regions"
The following 38 pages are in this category, out of 38 total.