Chile, Argentina, Brazil & Uruguay Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is the climate & terroir in Chile
Climate: Maritime Mediterranean
Soil: granite, schist, slate (West), clay, silt, sand, loam (Central Valley)
What are the labeling terms for aging used in Chile
- Especial: 2 years
- Reserva: 4 years
- Gran Vino: min. 6 years
What are the major white grape varieties in Chile
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chardonnay
What are the major red grape varieties in Chile
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Carménère
- Cabernet Franc
- Syrah
What are the major appellations in Chile
- Aconcagua
- Central Valley
- Southern Chile
- Atacama Region
What are the major sub regions in Aconcagua, Chile
- Aconcagua Valley
- Casablanca Valley
- San Antonio Valley
What are the major sub regions in Central Valley, Chile
- Curicó Valley
- Maule Valley
- Maipo
- Rapel Valley
- Colchagua Valley (sub region within Rapel Valley)
What are the three valleys found in Southern Chile
- Itata Valley
- Bío Bío Valley
- Malleco Valley
What are the two largest valleys in Coquimbo
- Elqui (known for Syrah)
- Limarí (known for Chardonnay)
Which DO in Atacama is known for being a new hotspot for fine wines in Chile’s most northern region
Valle del Elqui DO
What is the climate & terroir in Argentina
Climate: Continental warm with cool microclimates; high elevations
Soil: Alluvial, gravel, clay, limestone
What are the key grape varieties in Argentina
- Malbec
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Bonarda (Charbono)
- Chardonnay
- Torrontes
What are the labeling terms for aging used in Argentina
- Reserva: Reds aged in oak barrels min. 1 year; 6 months for white
- Gran Reserva: Reds aged min. 2 years; 1 year for whites
What are the major regions in Argentina
- Mendoza
- San Juan
- Patagonia
- Salta
Mendoza is divided into these five sub regions
- North
- Central (Primera Zona)
- South
- East
- Uco Valley
San Juan, Mendoza and La Rioja are sub regions located within ______ in Argentina
Cuyo
___________ is La Rioja’s most famous wine region
Famatina Valley
What are the three sub regions in Patagonia
- Río Negro
- Neuquén
- Chubut
Some of the world’s highest vines (3,000m asl) are in ___________
Salta
___________ is an arid sub-tropical region in Brazil know for it’s inexpensive bulk Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Moscatel
Vale do Sâo Francisco
Uruguay’s climate is __________
Maritime
Uruguay is know for it’s distinct take on the _________ grape
Tannat
