Argentina Flashcards
What is the overall climate of Argentina’s wine growing zones
Continental
What wind from the Andes helps dry vineyards and mitigate disease pressure
The Zhonda
What provides water necessary for irrigation in Argentina’s wine regions
Andes snowmelt
What is the Zhonda
Fierce dusty wind that blows in from the Andes drying vineyards but adversely slowing flowering
What is the minimum aging required for white Reserva wines in Argentina
Min. 6 months
What is the minimum aging required for red Reserva wines in Argentina
Min. 1 year aging
What is the minimum aging required for white Gran Reserva wines in Argentina
Min. 1 year aging
What is the minimum aging required for red Gran Reserva wines in Argentina
Min. 2 years aging
What is the climate of Salta
Cool alpine
What white grape is Salta known for
Torrontés
What two red grapes are common in Salta
Malbec
Cabernet Sauvignon
What is the notable sub region of Salta
Cafayate
Where is Catamarca located
Just south of Salta
What is the primary grape varietal of Catamarca
Salta
What are the three main red grapes planted in Catamarca
Malbec
Bonarda
Syrah