Chile and Argentina Flashcards
Argentina’s signature red grape is
Malbec- Originated in Bordeaux
Chile’s Signature “Forgotten” grape variety
Carmenere- Also from Bordeaux., thought to be Merlot
The unique white grape of Argentina
Torrontes
The most widely planted grape variety in Chile
Cabernet
Most of what Chile thought was Merlot is actually what
Carmenere
What sub-region is nearly 1/4 of Chile’s Chardonnay planted in
Casablanca
In what sub-region is most of Chile’s Sauvignon Blanc planted. Curico or Rapel
Curico
Where does Argentina rank in world wine production
5th- Behind the US and above Australia
What is Argentina’s second largest wine region/province
San Jaun- It’s a hot area known for Sherry, Brandy and Vermouth
In Chile Sauvignon Vert is a synonym for Sauvignonasse. True or false
True
Argentine vineyards have a Mediterranean climate. True or false
False- Climate is Continental
What Argentine wine region is located in Patagonia
Rio- Negro. This is a cooler area- up and coming for Whites and Sparkling wines.
Water, for irrigation, is plentiful in Argentina. True or false
True- Most water from the Andean snow melt
What is the minimum percentage for varietal, vintage and place of origin on a Chilean wine label
75%- Many export wineries use 85% to meet EU requirements
What is the name of the cold current off of the Chilean coast
Humbolt Current-
What launched wine culture in Argentina in the 19th century
Immigrants and Railways- 1885 the first Railway between Mendoza and Buenos Aires opened, the link to their substantial wine industry
What is largely responsible for the lack of rain in Argentine vineyards
Andes Mountains- But they provide the snowmelt for ample irrigation
What % of total Chilean wine production is exported
2/3
Name the 7 wine provinces of Argentina- Try largest to smallest.
1.Mendoza 2.San Juan 3.La Rioja 4.Rio Niegro 5.Catamarca 6.Salta 7.Neuquen
In the 17th. century, the conquistadors and Spanish colonialists brought wine culture to Chile. True or False
False- Mid 16th century Conquistadors and Colonialists brought wine culture
The most widely planted white grape in Argentina is the Torrontes. True or false
False- Creza is #1 blended with Criolla Grande for jug and bulk wine.
What are the 3 levels of the Argentine Wine Laws- Highest to Lowest
DOC- denominacion de Origne Controlada
IG - Indicacion Geografica
IP- Indicacion de procedencia
Historically, most of the wine produced by Argentina was shipped abroad. True or false?
False- in the 1990’s wine quality improved and taste profiles matched other countries styles
Where are most of Argentina’s vineyards located– IE Northwest-Southwest, Northeast- Southest
Southwest
In Argentina what are the 2 largest Wine Regions
1.Mendoza 2.San Juan- over 90% of the total wine acres
What sub-region is most of Chile’s Sauvignon Blanc planted in.
Curico Valley
Where does Argentina rank in World Wine Consuption
3rd
Name the four subregions of Chile’s Central Valley in geographical order, starting in the north:
Maipo Valley
Rapel Valley
Curicó Valley
Maule Valley
What are the two sub-regions of Chile’s Del Sur (Southern) wine Region
Itata Valley
Bio-Bio Valley
Cafayate is a subregion of what Argentine wine province
Salta- Some vineyards as high as 7000 feet
How are Chile and California similar in Geography and Climate
Coastal hills that help block the fog. Westerly winds bring cool moist air inland, Mediterranean climate with dry warm summers
What are the three subregions of the Aconcagua viticultural region of Chile
Aconcagua Valley
Casablanca Valley
San Antonio Valley
