Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Wine > Ebro River Valley > Flashcards

Ebro River Valley Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
WSET ® Level 1 Spirits flashcards Introductory Sommelier Exam (CMS) flashcards WSET ® Level 3 Spirits flashcards WSET ® Level 2 Wine flashcards WSET ® Level 1 Wine flashcards WSET ® Level 3 Wine flashcards Wine Appreciation flashcards WSET ® Level 2 Spirits flashcards WSET® Level 4 Wine flashcards
1
Q

DO Navarra - important to know

A

Only DO in Navarra. Varietal diversity commonplace (phylloxera and French winemakers, so now Intl varieties play just as an important role). Fueros important part of history. Was Basque

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

How history helped to shape the Ebro River Valley’s modern wine industry

A

vineyards planted in 9th and 10th due to monasteries. Wine also needed for pilgrims. increase in demand in wine due to phylloxera in 19th c but only until root louse arrived, causing devastation of almost 95% of vines. Not replanted until early 20th c, mostly Garnacha.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

The main factors influencing the region’s climate

A

Only one provence - Navarra. Three zones: montaña, zona media, ribera (on ebro). Continental climate but some maritime influence due to Bay of Biscay. Vineyards in southern zones - zona media and ribera. Ribera largest temp swings and Cierzo wind. Ebro part of south border with La Rioja, and many tributaries.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

The dominant soil type(s) in Navarra

A

Soils sedimentary loam, marls and sands throughout river basin - northern areas closer to basin more alluvial, southern more limestone (mountains), along river they are clay.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

The most widely-planted grape varieties of Navarra?

A

Most ardent supporters of intl varieties due to French winemakers coming there. Largest plantings are Temp and Garnacha, but Cab and Merlot make up almost a third. 90% grapes red, but only 60% of wine, as rosado is a big deal (30% of production)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Traditional and modern winemaking practices in Navarra

A

Rosado must be made via sangrado (saignee)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Important to know about DO Navarra

A

Only DO in Navarra. Varietal diversity commonplace. Intl varieties play just as an important role.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

The climate, topography, and soils in DO Navarra

A

mostly marl, loam, sand. Some limestone in south. clay along Ebro. Contintental with maritime influences.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

The grape varieties and the principal wine styles of DO Navarra

A

Tempranillo and Garnacha Tinta.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Sub-zones of DO Navarra

A

Tierra Estrella: western-most, borders PV and Rioja. Hilly and highest. Valdizarbe: north central along Camino. Mts to north and west, Arga cuts through, most humid. Baja Montaña: foothills of Pirineos in northeastern part, border Aragon. Vinos rosados most famous. Ribera Alta: at center, continental. Ribera Baja: southernmost, warmest, borders Rioja Oriental

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

How history shaped Aragon

A

phylloxera had same benefit, also a train. Franco put an end to progress.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Main topographical features (mountain ranges, rivers, etc.) of Aragon

A

Ebro runs through Zaragoza. Flanked by two mt ranges. Ebro in central part.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

The main factors influencing Aragon’s climate

A

Continental. Ebro runs through Zaragoza. Largest temp shifts in the basin. Threats are cold northwestern Cierzo wind, frost, drought and hail.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

Dominant soil types in Aragon

A

limestone and clay dominant, with surface of pebbles stones and rocks.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

The “need to know” (NTK) grape varieties mentioned in the text and their regional synonyms in Aragon

A

Garnacha - which is likely indigenous. Got a bad rap due to its oxidative nature, but with better hygiene now, it’s gained importance. Most grown grape in all regions except Somontano, where intl more important. Most vines are bush trained/ en vaso

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Intl varieties in Aragon

A

cab sauv, merlot, chard

17
Q

Traditional and modern winemaking practices in Aragon

A

white/rosados usually in stainless steel tanks, many reds same but many produce more complex.

18
Q

What are Aragon’s NTK DOs?

A

Calatayud, Campo de Borja, Cariñena, Somontano

19
Q

About Calatayud

A

foothills of sistema iberica, Slate, clay, sand
Primary grape of Aragon: garnacha
Mostly garnacha in calatayud
Calatyud superior: if min of 85% garnacha (at least 50yrs vines, and low yielding).

20
Q

About Campo de Borja

A 
Garnacha
Between ebro and sistema iberico
Limestone and clay
Small area for cava
Lots of en vaso plantings
21
Q

About Cariñena

A

Garnacha (but lots of tempranillo)

has DO Cava. Considered birthplace of Garnacha tinta.

22
Q

About Somontano

A 
Northernmost
Some mediterranean influences
Foothills of pireneos
Wettest and greenest DO in Aragon
Limestone and clay
The region that french flooded
Most ardent supporter of intl grapes
Cab and Merlot are 45% of grapes - most authorized grapes are intl
Also gewurstraminer
Mostly red, but a lot white and rose
23
Q

What two Aragon DOs do Cava?

A

Cariñena and Campo de Borja

Wine (10 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions