Aragon Flashcards
What are the 4 Principal Sub Regions in Aragon
- Carinena DO
- Campo de Borja DO
- Calatayud DO
- Somontano DO
Where are the DOs of Carinena, Campo de Borja & Calatayud
Far inland, western Aragon
What is the climate in the DOs fo Carinena, Campo de Borja & Calatayu
- 450-500mm rainfall
- warm continental, hot dry summer
- vineyards planted on high altitude plateaus; slopes moderate temperature
- high diurnal range
- cool Cierzo winds from the North
What is the altitude of Calatayud
500-900m above sea level
What is the altitude of Carinena
400-800m above sea level
What is the altitude of Campo de Borja
350-700m above sea level
What are the wines generally produced in the 3 Aragon DOs of Carinena, Campo de Borja & Calatayud
- Generally red wines from old Garnacha vines
Describe an inexpensive red wine from Aragon
Garnacha; Fruity, stainless steel, medium to full bodied, high abv, medium tannin, ripe fruit
Describe a very good red wine from Aragon
- Garnacha; limited oak, larger vessels, concentrated raspberry, plum, spicy oak, medium + acidity, high abv,
- Mid priced to premium
Describe the growing environment of Somontano DO in Aragon
- At the foot of the Pyrenees
- Warm continental climate
- higher rainfall than other Aragon DOs
- 350-650m abs
- Diurnal range at high altitudes
- Cool breeze from the Pyrenees
What are the grape varieties grown in Somontano DO
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chardonnay
- Significant plantings of Gewurztraminer
What has driven development in Somontano DO
External investment; a local bank investing in modern high tech winery (Vinas del Vero - largest producer in the region)
Describe the quality of wines from Somontano DO
Mid priced; good or very good
