Chile Flashcards
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What climate condition is Argentina considered due to its dry and hot desert conditions?
Rain shadow
What is the high diurnal temperature range in Argentina?
10˚C/40˚C
What is necessary to grow grapes in Argentina?
Irrigation
How does the intense sunlight of Argentinean summers affect grape growing?
It is tempered by altitude
What is the result of the wide diurnal swings in temperature in Argentina?
Very balanced wines
What problems are minimal in grape growing in Argentina?
Disease and pests
What climate concerns affect grape growing in Argentina?
Hail in La Piedra and strong, hot winds in La Zonda
What type of soil is prevalent in grape growing areas in Argentina?
High proportion of sand
Which areas in Argentina have more gravel in their soil?
Maipú and Rio Negro
What is the percentage of Malbec grapes grown in Argentina?
26%
List the main red grapes grown in Argentina.
- Malbec (26%)
- Bonarda (21%)
- Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)
- Syrah (13%)
What is the percentage of Torrontes grapes grown in Argentina?
39%
List the main white grapes grown in Argentina.
- Torrontes (39%)
- Chardonnay (23%)
- Chenin Blanc (15%)
- Ugni Blanc (13%)
Which region grows 70% of Argentina’s wine production?
Mendoza
Name one of the wine regions in Argentina besides Mendoza.
La Rioja
What is significant about the Salta wine region?
Impressive wines emerging from a high altitude of 2,400 metres
What is the second largest wine region in Argentina?
San Juan
What is notable about the Patagonia wine region?
Small and under-developed, but has had the largest growth
What type of soil is found in the Mendoza region?
Loose, sandy, alluvial soil with clay substructures
What natural feature provides abundant water for Mendoza?
Andes’ glaciers
What is the climate classification of Mendoza for grape growing?
Continental climate with four seasons
What is the average rainfall in Mendoza during summer?
200-300mm/yr
What are the key risks to grape growing in Mendoza?
Early summer hail in La Piedra and hot, dry wind in La Zonda
What is the altitude range of the Uco Valley?
900-1,250m
What type of climate does Uco Valley have?
Cooler climate with high diurnal change
What type of wines are best produced in Uco Valley?
Aromatic whites and Pinot Noir
Which Mendoza sub-region is known for significant volume production?
East Mendoza Sub-Region
Where are the best wines in the East Mendoza Sub-Region said to come from?
La Agricola in Santa Rosa
