Argentina Flashcards
1
Q
What are the geographical influences in Argentina?
A
- Andes Mt in the West provide Rain Shadow
- Zonda Wind during flowering seaseon impacts badly
- Climate is mostly continental
2
Q
How high is Salta?
A
- highest in elevation
- 1500-2000 müM
3
Q
Red Grape Varieties in Argentina
A
- Malbec
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Bonarda
- Tempranillo
- Syrah
4
Q
White Grapes in Argentina
A
- Torrontes
- Chardonnay
5
Q
What is the 85% rule?
A
- to list anything on the label a min. of 85% for each listing has to be verified
6
Q
What are the Three Subregions in Argentina?
A
- Northwestern Provinces
- Cuyo
- Patagonia
7
Q
Salta IG
A
- high altitude Torrontes
- 1200-3000 müM elevation
- subregion: Cafayate
- Andes Mountain in the West
- Calchaqui Valley
8
Q
Cafayate
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- Climate: subtropical highland
- Mainly Torrontes, Malbec
- Notable Producers: Colomé, El Esteco
8
Q
Subregions of Cuyo IG
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- La Rioja Argentina IG
- Mendoza IG
- San Juan IG
9
Q
Mendoza IG
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- Climate: Arid Continental
- Features: Andes, Mendoza River and tributaries
- Grapes: Malbec
- Notable Producers: Cheval des Andes, Familia Zuccardi
10
Q
Patagonia IG
A
- most southern region
- coolest
- Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir
11
Q
Describe Torrontes
A
- highly aromatic
- green, soapy and floral flavors
- medium plus to high acid
12
Q
What does IG mean?
A
IG: Indicacion Geograficas
DOC: Denominacion de Origen Controlada
13
Q
Food Pairing for Malbec
A
Steak and Chimichurri
