Argentina- 2 Flashcards

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State the most important sub-Region of Cuyo Region and name the grape varieties?

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*Famantina Valley sub-Region
*Malbec & Torrontes are the most planted
*Plus Bonarda and Syrah.

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Describe how Argentina’s vineyards are protected from hail storms known as (Piedra)

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netting is used for protection especially in the Uco Valley.

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Describe the climate of Mendoza?

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*Dry climate, with Organic and Bio Dynamically production!
*Large diurnal shifts with hot days and cool nights increasing the acid content of the grapes.

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What you know about
Uco Valley sub-Region?

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*The most important sub-Region in the foothills of Andes, at altitudes of 1,000- 1,750m.

*Tupongato- produces Bordeaux style red
Malbec, Merlot, Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Sauv Blanc, Chardonnay.

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Name other Malbec districts located south of Mendoza City?

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*Maipu
*Lujan de Cujo DOC
*San Rafael DOC- Chenin Blanc

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What you know about Rio Negro?

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*The most southernly and coolest sub-Region!
*Pinot Noir, Malbec, Sauv Blanc.

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Give ana example of Malbec and producer?

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*Don David Reserve Malbec
*Calchaquies Valley, Salta, Cafayate

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