Argentina Flashcards
What is the height of the Aconcagua
22,840
Argentina wine industry begins with the arrival of the Spanish immigrants in the 16th century
True
When did Argentina gain its independence ?
9 July 1816.This led to an influx of Spanish and Italian immigrants that helped develop the wine industry.
Political instability and a military dictatorship further challenged the industry.
1976 coup by Argentine Armed Forces which lasted until 1983.Which is known today as the last civil military dictatorship
In the mid 70s what caused quality wines to drop.
The high consumption of bulk wine.
The andes creates a continental climate and intensify desert like conditions
True.Rain Shadow effect and the intense Zondo winds
Zondo winds make irrigation a necessary practice. True or False
True
Why does Mendoza get Windy when it snows at the top of the Andes
Temperature differences between air masses lead to pressure differences, and this produces wind. Or
How do we get the Zondo winds
It all comes to difference in a air pressure which is the pressure exerted by the weight of the air.
What are the sub regions of the Cuyo from top to bottom
1.La Rioja
2.San Juan (20% production)
3.Mendoza (70% production )
What solidified Mendozas importance
Completion of the rail road line to Buenos Aires in 1885
What are the sub regions of Mendoza from North to South.
1.Maipu
2.Luyan de Cuyo
3.Uco Valley
4.Agrelo
5.San Rafael
All dominated by Malbec
Describe Maipu?
Flatter and Hotter than most areas historically known for Bornada and other higher yields production.
Describe Luyan de Cuyo
Slightly lower altitude at about 3000 ft elevation.Predominately clay soils that produces friendly wines and it is the historical center.
When were the first vineyards planted in Uco Valley and who was responsible.
The history of this fascinating wine region started just in 1992 when Nicolás Catena Zapata planted the first vineyard, named Adrianna; before that, the Uco Valley area was used for fruit and vegetable cultivation for quite a long time.
Defining features of the Uco Valley
Capture attention for High Elevation vineyards, frontal cordillera and Principal Cordillera
Describe Tupungato
Westside of the Uco Valley benefits from higher altitude and more sunlight,thickening of the skins and rugged terrain.
Further south the soils are more shallow with less stones, less sunlight influence making fresher wines.
Region north of the Cuyo and its sub regions (South to North)
Calchaquis Valley
1.Catamarca
2.Tucuman
3.Salta
What are the sub region of Salta from top to Bottom
- Cachi
2.Molinos
3.San Carlos
4.Cafayate
Name a region adjacent to the Bolivian Border north of Salta
Jujuy.( Northern Most)
What are the sub region of Patagonia ?
1.La Pampa
2.Nuequen (Newu-Ken)
3.Rio Negro
4.Chubut ( furthest South)
In Patagonia we seeing vineyards in parralel 45 which is way down south
true
The vineyards in Patagonia enjoy more sun because the sun sets on the west and if you are at the foot of the Andes you lose some hours.
tRUE
Who brought Malbec in Argentina
ntroduced to Argentina by French agricultural engineer or Agronomist Michel Pouget in 1868.
Malbec in argentina was brought in before Phylloxera
True
As of 2018, Argentina is the world’s fifth largest wine producer in the world and the tenth largest wine exporter.
True
Argentina’s wine producing regions are very dry, a condition exacerbated by the Zonda,
True
The general lack of humidity in most Argentinean winegrowing regions keeps vineyards free of fungal problems.
True
What does the snow melt provide for the region
Irrigation Water
Which winery is owned by Donald Hess in Argentina and where is it located.
Bodega Colomé in Salta the estate is certified Biodynamic
Who is the producer of Altura Maxima?
Bodega Colome by Donald Hess a Swiss Winemaker based in Napa Valley.
The average national elevation for vineyards is approximately 900 meters above sea level.
True
In descending order of importance, list the countries red grapes?
1.Malbec
2.Bornada
3.Cabernet Sauvignon
4.Syrah
5.Merlot, and Tempranillo.
Recent DNA studies have linked Bonarda to Savoie’s (Savvwa) Corbeau (Korh- Bhu), what is this grape known as in the united states.
Charbono
What are the white grapes of Argentina ?
Pedro Geminez
Torrontes
Chardonnay
Chenin Blanc (Mainly San Rafael)
What is Cereza?
Cereza is a white Argentine wine grape variety. Like Gewürztraminer and Pinot gris, Cereza is a pink skinned variety. It is a crossing of Muscat of Alexandria and Listan negro.
What is Criollo Chica known as in Chile, United States and Canary Islands
Chile =Pais
United = Mission
Canary Islands = Listen Prieto
What is Criollo Grande
A grape commonly found in Argentina believed to be a crossing of Mission and Muscat of Alexandria
Reserva implies a minimum 6 months of aging for white wines and one year for reds
True
Gran Reserva indicates at least one year for whites and two for reds. These two new designations, introduced in 2008, also limit maximum yields.
True
What is the difference between Salta and Mendoza’s in hectares order vine?
Mendoza is 150 000
Salta is 3000 but gaining attention for high altitude Torrontes
Cafayate is a promising department within Salta, and is increasingly appearing on bottles of Torrontés—Susana Balbo’s “Crios”
True
What is the famous wine region of La Rioja
Famatina Valley
What is the most widely planted grape of La Rioja
Torrontes
What is the second largest wine region in Argentina after Mendoza?
San Juan
La Rioja’s output is dwarfed by the massive production of Mendoza and San Juan to the south
True
What are the sub regions of the San Juan? 7
Tulum (Thulum)
Zonda
Ullum (Oo-Lum)
Jáchal
Calingasta
Pedernal
Fértil Valleys
What is the other name for Syrah and Bonarda?
Barbera Bonarda
What is furrow irrigation?
a technique developed centuries ago by the Incas, in which the rivers’ water, swelled by Andes snowmelt, is directed through the vineyards in channels
Two types of irrigation used in Argentina?
Furrow and Drip irrigation
Despite being planted in Cahors, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley, the grape achieves its most classic and identifiable varietal expression in Mendoza
True
The wines usually undergo some degree of French and/or American oak treatment
True
Single-vineyard Achaval Ferrer wines, spending over a year in 100% new barrels. In some applications, such as the blended Cheval des Andes, Malbec may convey a texture and style reminiscent of velvety Pomerol
True
Name two DOCs in Argentina authorised for Malbec only?
- Luyan de Cuyo
- San Rafael
What is the main white grape of the Southern Mendoza department of San Rafael?
Chenin Blanc
What kind of grapes are planted in Patagonia
Malbec
Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinot Noir
Merlot
Name a winery in Patagonia spearheaded by the owners of sassicaia, become famous in the mid 2000s
Bodega Chacra,Rio Negro ( Tsha Kra)
Name a top Malbec producer in Patagonia ?
Noemía de Patagonia (Noyi Miya)
Name a female producer that pioneered the new “classic” style of Torrontes.
Susana Balbo
What was the Susana Balbo winery previous known as?
Dominio del Plata
Name a single vineyard wine produced by Susana Bilbo
Nosotros
Wineries Susana Balbo worked for?
Michel Torino,Salta 1981 - 1989
Catena Zapata,Mendoza 1989 - 1998-99
A female winemaker dubbed as the “Queen of Torrontes”
Susana Balbo
Main the sub region of the Bahia (Bar higher) state in Brazil ?
Vale do São Fransisco
A region responsible for 90% of Brazils production and its sub region ?
Rio Grande do Sul home to Serra Gaucha ( responsible for 80% of the fine wine)
When did Moet en Chandon establish an outpost in Brazil and United States.
1973 California
1973 Serra Guacha,Rio Grande Do Sul
What is the sub region of Serra Gaucha?
Vale dos Vinhedos
Other southern regions of Brazil?
São Joaquim ( Sanjwa Keem)
Serra do Sudeste (Sera Du Sudescha)
Campanha (On the Uruguayan Border)
When was Moet en Chandon’s Chandon established in Argentina
1959
