Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

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


See full index

Spanish Wine Scholar > Green Spain: Cantabrian Range > Flashcards

Green Spain: Cantabrian Range Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
Spanish flashcards Medical Spanish 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 AP® Spanish flashcards Wine Appreciation flashcards
1
Q

Name the 2 autonomous regions of the Cantabrian Range.

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

Where in Asturias are the vineyards planted?

A

The deep river valleys of the southwest (Cangas).

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

Where in Cantabria are the vineyards planted?

A

Near the coast and in the mountains.

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

What devastating event occurred in Asturias on June 19, 1959.

A

A hailstorm dropped balls of ice as large as eggs for an hour, destroying the current crop and damaging the vines so severely that there was no grape harvest at all for the next 3 years.

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

Where is Asturias located?

A

This autonomous region is bordered by Galicia to the west, Castilla y Leon to the south, and Cantabria to the east. The Cantabrian Sea, the southern portion of the Bay of Biscay, forms the northern border.

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

Name the capitol of Asturias.

A

Oviedo

(Gijon is the province’s largest city)

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

Where is Cantabria located?

A

Bordered to the north by the Cantabrian Sea. Asturias lies to the west while Pais Vasco forms the eastern border. Castilla y Leon lies to the south.

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

What is the capitol of Cantabria?

A

Santander; a port town

It is also the largest.

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

What is the climate in Asturias?

A

Maritime

  • winters are normally mild & rainy
  • summers are generally cool with some sun
  • 40in/1000mm annual rainfall
  • snow near the coast is rare, but frequent more inland, especially in the Cordillera Cantabrica
  • vineyards located near the mountains are subject to the foehn effect
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What is the climate in Cantabria?

A

Maritime
* One of the cloudiest parts of Spain
* Coastal areas may experience more sun then the rest of the region
* 47in/1200mm annual rainfall
* snow near the coast is rare, but frequent more inland, especially in the Cordillera Cantabrica
* vineyards located near the mountains are subject to the foehn effect

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

What is the Foehn Effect?

A

When air is forced upwards in mountainous terrain, it expands and cools as a result of decreased pressure. Clouds are formed dued to condensation and this results in rain and/or snow in the mountain’s upwind area. The change from vapor to liquid results in heating and leads to warming and drying conditions on the downwind (lee) side of the mountain.
Vineyards in Green Spain located on the downwind side are affected by these foehn winds. The foehn effect causes the growing season to be extended. These winds are also common in other mountainous regions of Spain.

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

Describe the topography of the Cantabrian Range.

A

These 2 autonomous regions boast spectacular inland mountain ranges and coastal cliffs.

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

Which mountain range borders to the south of the Cantabrian Range?

A

Cordillera Cantabrica

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

Name the highest peak in the Cordillera Cantabrica mountain chain.

A

Torrecerredo (8,688ft/2,648m)

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

Where in Asturias are vineyards planted?

A

The mountainous areas in the southwest.

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

Where in Cantabria are vineyards planted?

A
  • along the coast
  • in the foothills of the Cordillera Cantabrica
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

What soil types are found in Asturias?

A

The limestone mountain ranges give way to slate soils.
The slate soils offer excellent drainage for the high amount of rainfall in the area.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

What soil types are found in Cantabria?

A
  • limestone in mountainous areas
  • shale & sandstone along valley floors
19
Q

Name the red grape varieties prominent in Asturias.

A
  • Mencia
  • Albarin Tinto
  • Carrasquin
20
Q

Name the white grape variety prominent in Asturias.

A

Albarin Blanco

21
Q

What style of wine is more prominent in Asturias?

A

Red wine accounts for two-thirds of production.

22
Q

What are the characteristics of red wines from Asturias?

A

Typically blends, they are characteristically light, aromatic, fruity, floral, and mineral-driven with low alcohol content.

The wines are meant to be consumed in their youth although many winemakers continue to experiment with oak aging.

23
Q

What are the characteristics of white wines from Asturias?

A

Clean & bright, exhibiting floral & mineral characteristics with balanced acidity.

24
Q

Which grape varieties are predominantly used for wine production in the northern parts of Cantabria?

A

This area produces wine almost exclusively utilizing native varieties, such as:
* Albarino
* Godello
* Treixadura
* Hondarribi Zuri

Red wines are made from another local variety:
* Hondarribi Beltza

These wines are young, fresh, high acid and meant for early consumption.

25
Q

What styles of wine are produced in the inland areas of Cantabria?

A

Red wines dominate and blends are more common than varietal wines.
Both local and international red grapes are common here.
The wines are fresh, bright, balanced, & meant for early consumption.

26
Q

How many wineries are there in Asturias?

A

10

27
Q

How many wineries are there in Cantabria?

A

15

28
Q

What winemaking practices are utilized in the Cantabrian Range?

A

Producers continue to work with traditional methods due to the high expense of today’s winemakine equipment. Modern technology is incorporated as they can afford to do so.
* both stainless steel tanks & barriques are used in vinification
* some chose not to use sulfur or commercial yeasts during fermentation
* many are experimenting with the traditional Galician oak & chestnut casks for aging

29
Q

How are vineyards harvested in the mountainous landscape of the Cantabrian Range?

A

By hand; due to the rugged lay of the land, vineyards are small and terraced into the hillsides. Mechanization is practically non-existent.

30
Q

Name the appellations of the Cantabrian Range.

A

Asturias:
* VC Cangas (2008)

Cantabria:
* VT Costa de Cantabria (2005)
* VT Liebana (2005)

NOT NTK

31
Q

What wine styles are produced in VC Cangas?

A
  • Tinto (78%)
  • Blanco (22%)

NOT NTK

32
Q

What soil types are found in VC Cangas?

A

Mostly shale with sandstone.

NOT NTK

33
Q

What is the climate in VC Cangas?

A

Maritime

(35in/900mm annual rainfall)

NOT NTK

34
Q

Name the white grapes used in VC Cangas.

A

Preferred:
* Albarin Blanco

Authorized:
* Albillo Mayor
* Godello
* Gewurztraminer
* Moscatel de Grano Menudo
* Picapoll Blanco/Extra

NOT NTK

35
Q

Name the red grapes used in VC Cangas.

A

Preferred:
* Albarin Tinto
* Mencia
* Carrasquin
* Verdejo Negro

Authorized:
* Garnacha Tintorera
* Merlot
* Pinot Noir
* Syrah

NOT NTK

36
Q

What wine styles are produced in VT Costa de Cantabria?

A
  • Blanco (96%)
  • Tinto (4%)

NOT NTK

37
Q

Where is VT Costa de Cantabria located?

A

Northern Cantabria, spanning the entire coast between Asturias and Pais Vasco.

NOT NTK

38
Q

Name the white grapes used in VT Costa de Cantabria.

A

Authorized:
* Albarino
* Chardonnay
* Godello
* Hondarribi Zuri
* Riesling
* Gewurztraminer
* Treixadura

NOT NTK

39
Q

Name the red grapes used in VT Costa de Cantabria.

A

Authorized:
* Hondarribi Beltza

NOT NTK

40
Q

What styles of wine are produced in VT Liebana?

A
  • Tinto 100%
  • Blanco >1%

NOT NTK

41
Q

Where is VT Liebana located?

A

Southwestern corner of Cantabria bordering Asturias & Castilla y Leon.

NOT NTK

42
Q

Name the white grape varieties of VT Liebana.

A

Authorized:
* Palomino
* Chardonnay
* Godello
* Gewurztraminer

NOT NTK

43
Q

Name the red grape varieties of VT Liebana

A

Authorized:
* Mencia
* Tempranillo
* Garnacha Tinta
* Graciano
* Syrah
* Cabernet Sauvignon

Spanish Wine Scholar (31 decks)

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