Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

WSET Diploma D3 - Wines of the World > 20.9 Spain - Other > Flashcards

20.9 Spain - Other Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
WSET ® Level 1 Spirits flashcards WSET ® Level 3 Spirits flashcards WSET ® Level 2 Wine flashcards WSET ® Level 1 Wine flashcards WSET ® Level 3 Wine flashcards WSET ® Level 2 Spirits flashcards WSET® Level 4 Wine flashcards
1
Q

In which region of Spain is Txakoli?

A

Basque Country

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is the main variety of the Txakoli DOs?

A

Hondarribi Zuri

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is the main wine style of Txakoli?

A

Early release, primary with low alcohol, citrus and orchard fruit

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is the climate of the Txakoli DOs?

A

Moderate maritime with high rainfall and influence from the Atlantic

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Sierra de Gredos doesn’t have its own DO so wines may be labelled as what depending on vineyard location? (4)

A

1) Vinos de Madrid DO
2) Mentrida DO (Castilla-La-Mancha)
3) Cebreros DO
4) Castilla y Leon VT

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

At what altitude are the vines of Sierra de Gredos planted?

A

600-1,200m

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What grape variety is common in most Sierra de Gredos wines?

A

Garnacha

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What is the climate of Sierra de Gredos?

A

Continental with cool influence from altitude

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What style of Garnacha is made in Sierra de Gredos

A

Lighter tannin than Aragon with medium (+) acidity and fresh strawberry, cherry

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What is the most common white variety in Sierra de Gredos and what wine style does it produce?

A

Albillo Real
Full-bodied with citrus and floral notes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What four islands comprise the Balearic Islands?

A

Mallorca
Menorca
Ibiza
Formentera

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What are the two key local varieties of the Balearic Islands?

A

Manto Negro
Callet

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What other varieties might be found on the Balearic Islands

A

Monastrell
Tempranillo
Malvasia
Internationals

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What is the climate of the Canary Islands?

A

Tropical with hot, humid growing season conditions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What altitude do the Canary Islands reach?

A

1,500m

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What are the most common varieties of the Canary Islands?

A

Listan Negro
Malvasia
Listan Blanco (Palomino)

17
Q

What is distinct about viticulture on the Valle de Ortavo DO in Tenerife?

A

Several vines are twisted together to form long ropes, trained on low wires and growing up and down hillsides

18
Q

Compared with the other islands within the Canaries, Lanzarote’s topography is what?

A

Relatively flat covered with volcanic ash

19
Q

How are vines planted in Lanzarote?

A

Vines are planted in craters dug into the ash and partially surrounded by stone walls to protect the vines from winds and capture moisture

20
Q

What is the dominant variety in Lanzarote?

A

Malvasia

21
Q

Besides Lanzarote, describe the topography of the Canary Islands

A

Rugged, mountainous and impossible to mechanise

WSET Diploma D3 - Wines of the World (42 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions