Coquimbo Flashcards

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What is Coquimbo?

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A Denominacion di Origen (Region Vitícola) in Chile

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Coquimbo climate

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Dry and desert-like

Sunny

Cooling influences from sea breezes and mountain air

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What is Valle del Elqui?

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Subregion DO of Coquimbo

Known for Syrah

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What is Valle del Limarí?

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Subregion DO of Coquimbo

Known for Chardonnay

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What is Valle del Choapa?

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Subregion DO of Coquimbo

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General Coquimbo quality level

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High

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Coquimbo irrigation

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Necessary, but expensive

Lack of water is biggest challenge in Coquimbo

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Valle del Limarí primary grape

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Chardonnay (some of Chile’s best)

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Valle del Elqui primary grapes

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Sauvignon Blanc

Syrah

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