Mexico Wine Flashcards
1
Q
Most notable subregion of Baja California
A
Valle de Guadalupe
2
Q
What subregion of Mexico produces the most wine?
A
Baja California, over 80% of production
3
Q
Baja California soil type
A
granite-rich alluvial soils, similar to Northern Rhône
4
Q
What subregion is best known for brandy and raisin production?
A
Sonora (subzones: Caborca, Hermosillo)
5
Q
What is the oldest winery in North America? When was it founded?
A
Casa Madero, founded in 1597
6
Q
Where is Valle de Parras? Describe its terroir.
A
Valle de Parras straddles Durango and Coahuila. Vineyards are located at nearly 5000 ft. altitude providing a much cooler microclimate well-suited for grape growing.
