Argentina Flashcards
1
Q
What is the governing system in Argentina? What about it
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- DOC (Denominations of Origin)- More common for wines to be labeled by province (Mendoza, Río Negro, Salta)
2
Q
About Malbec:
A
- Originally a Bordeaux variety
- Most important variety for red wines
- Full-bodied wines
- Med-to-high levels of tannins (some are suitable for aging)
- Dark fruit character, often with spicy flavors (blackberry, black plum, clove, pepper) and best benefit from oak aging.
- Common to blend Malbec and Cab or Merlot
- Most plantings in Mendoza
3
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About Torrontés:
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- Local speciality for white wines- Aromatic variety
- Med-bodied dry white wines
- High alcohol
- Medium acidity
- Pronounced fruity/floral aromas (perfume, grapes, peach)- Widely grown but the best examples come from the Cafayate region in the Northern province of Salta
4
Q
What are other premium wine varieties?
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- Chardonnay, Cab Sauvignon and Merlot in Mendoza
