Module 8: The New World

The United States

About 25 minutesEssentials and Professional Edition

In this lesson you will

  • Explain how the Pacific, fog and mountains shape California's climate and styles
  • Identify the key AVAs of California, Oregon, Washington and New York and their signature grapes
  • Apply US labelling rules for AVA, variety and vintage, including Oregon's stricter standards
  • Recommend American wines by style and price on the floor

The full lesson, its five-question quiz and the rest of the course are open to enrolled learners.

The United States · Wine Fundamentals | Santé Academy