Ch 17: South America - Uruguay

Question 1

Most of Uruguay’s vineyards are located near what estuary

Answer 1

Río de la Plata estuary

Question 2

What district–located just north of the southern coastline and the capital city of Montevideo–is among the leaders in Uruguay

Answer 2

Canelones District

Question 3

Over 60% of the country’s commercial vineyards and a majority of the producers are located in this area

Answer 3

Canelones District

Question 4

What important area in Uruguary is located near famous seaside town of Punta del Este?

Answer 4

Maldonado Region

Question 5

Maldonado region is known for what three things?

Answer 5

Rocky soils, cool climate, and wine tourism

Question 6

What region is considered one of the historic centers of wine production in Uruguay?

Answer 6

The Colonia District

Question 7

The Colonia District is a leading region for what grape variety?

Answer 7

Cabernet Sauvignon

Question 8

Leading grape variety of Urugary

Answer 8

Tannat

Question 9

What percentage of total vineyard area is Tannat?

Answer 9

~25%

Question 10

Other leading grapes of Uruguay

Answer 10

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier; Black Muscat (for rosé)