ARGENTINA Flashcards
Argentina is the (a) largest producer in the world.
fifth
Argentina’s climate
The Andes form a rain shadow offering protection from westerly winds
and storms, creating a very dry, arid.
Argentine Topography?
Vineyards are planted in the front range of the Andes at an average altitude of 3,000 feet above sea level. This elevation is key to the success
of viticulture in Argentina.
Argentinas Grape varieties
Torrontes
Malbec, Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Argentina’s Viticulture
-No fugal problem because regions are very dry.
-Irrigation is essential, snowmelt from Andes provides water.
-Diurnal shifts during growing season.
The brutal Zonda wind affect flowering.
-Hais nets are employed.
Salta IG
Argentina’s important Appelltation.
Climate is warm, but planted at high elevation.(10,000 feet)
Torrontes , Malbec
Cafayate IG
Salta’s sub region
Climate is warm, but planted at high elevation.(10,000 feet)
Torrontes , Malbec
Mandoza IG
Argentina’s important Appelltation.
Dry continental
Elevation dependent(依存)
2,000 and 4,000 feet
Malbec
Many producer used in French or American oak.
The traditional flood technique is used
What is 2 important sub-regions in Mendoza?
Lujan de Cuyo
Valle de Uco
Patagonia IG
Cool area
Torrents
Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir
What is the primary red grapes varieties of Argentina?
Malbec
What is the primary white grape varieties of Argentina?
Torrontes
Which is a prominent area in Argentina for Torrontes?
Salta
What is an important feature of the Salta vineyards?
High altitude
What is the Zonda?
A current from Pacific Ocean
