Chile - General Flashcards
What is País?
Chilean name for Mission Grape
Was Chile’s most planted grape until the 21st century
What mountain range separates Chile from the rest of South America?
Andes
What is Atacama?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is Aconcagua?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is the Valle Central?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is Sur?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is Austral?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is Coquimbo?
A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile
What is the climate of Northern Chile?
Dry and desert-like
What is the climate of Atacama?
Dry and desert-like
When was Chilean wine law established?
1995
What is the 75% rule in Chile?
Vintage: varietal: and DO labels must have 75%
Are hybrid grapes allowed in Chile?
No
What is the minimum ABV of Chilean wine?
11.5%
What does Reserva mean in Chile?
Minimum 12% ABV