Grenache/Garnacha Flashcards
List the notable growing regions and sub regions for Grenache in France
Cotes du Rhone AOC:
-Cotes du Rhone Villages AOC
Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
South of France:-Minervois AOC
Describe the climate and growing conditions of the Southern Rhone
valley flattens out
climate is warm
Describe a typical Cote du Rhone AOC
simple, medium body
red fruit
spice flavours
Describe a typical Chateauneuf-du-Pape
full body
high alcohol
very ripe
tertiary flavours of dried fruit and caramel
What helps a Chateauneuf-du-Pape achieve full ripeness
vineyards covered with large, round stones
stones absorb heat during the day, radiate back into the vines at night
What does Minervois AOC blend Grenache with typically
Syrah
List the notable growing regions and sub regions for Grenacha in Spain
Rioja DOCa
Navarra DO
Priorat DOCa
What wines does Grenacha produce in Navarra
Dry roses
Describe a typical Priorat DOCa
small yield
concentrated flavours
mature for extended periods
tertiary flavours of dried fruits and caramel
List the notable growing regions for Grenache in Australia
Barossa Valley
McLaren Vale
Describe a typical South Australia Grenache
outstanding quality concentrated red fruit spic flavours long aging potential used in blends with Shiraz