Grenache/Garnacha

Question 1

List the notable growing regions and sub regions for Grenache in France

Answer 1

Cotes du Rhone AOC:
-Cotes du Rhone Villages AOC
Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
South of France:-Minervois AOC

Question 2

Describe the climate and growing conditions of the Southern Rhone

Answer 2

valley flattens out

climate is warm

Question 3

Describe a typical Cote du Rhone AOC

Answer 3

simple, medium body
red fruit
spice flavours

Question 4

Describe a typical Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Answer 4

full body
high alcohol
very ripe
tertiary flavours of dried fruit and caramel

Question 5

What helps a Chateauneuf-du-Pape achieve full ripeness

Answer 5

vineyards covered with large, round stones

stones absorb heat during the day, radiate back into the vines at night

Question 6

What does Minervois AOC blend Grenache with typically

Answer 6

Syrah

Question 7

List the notable growing regions and sub regions for Grenacha in Spain

Answer 7

Rioja DOCa
Navarra DO
Priorat DOCa

Question 8

What wines does Grenacha produce in Navarra

Answer 8

Dry roses

Question 9

Describe a typical Priorat DOCa

Answer 9

small yield
concentrated flavours
mature for extended periods
tertiary flavours of dried fruits and caramel

Question 10

List the notable growing regions for Grenache in Australia

Answer 10

Barossa Valley

McLaren Vale

Question 11

Describe a typical South Australia Grenache

Answer 11

outstanding quality
concentrated red fruit
spic flavours
long aging potential
used in blends with Shiraz