Other Spanish Wine Regions Flashcards

1
Q

What is the most well-known DO in Castilla-La Mancha?

A

Valdepeñas.

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What types of wine are made in Castilla-La Mancha

A

Whites from Airén and reds from Cencibel (Tempranillo), as well as international varieties

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3
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What is an advantage for Valdepenas in Castilla-La Mancha, allowing it to produce better wines than other parts of the region?

A

It has variations in the soil that allow for better water retention.

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How many vinos de pago are in Castilla-La Mancha?

A

12

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5
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Which region in Spain has the most vinos de pago?

A

Castilla-La Mancha.

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6
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What are the three DOs of Murcia?

A

Jumilla
Yecla
Bullas

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What types of wines are made in Murcia?

A

The majority of production is deep, concentrated reds and flavorful rosés based on Monastrell (Mourvèdre). In addition, they produce a variety of wines including red, white, rosé, sparkling and vinos de licor (fortified wines).

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8
Q

Where is Somontano?

A

Somontano is in Aragon in northern Spain, in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It produces of a mix of indigenous and international varieties.

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9
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What type of wine is Malaga?

A

Malaga is a sweet, fortified wine made in Spain using Pedro Ximenez or Muscat grapes.

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10
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What grapes are grown in Navarra?

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Tempranillo and Garnacha, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay growing.

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11
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What wine region is in Aragón?

A

Somantano.

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12
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What is a specialty of Somanto DO?

A

Bright, intensely colored rosados made from Garnacha.

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13
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What is Fondillón

A

A strong, semi-sweet Rancio wine made from overripened Monastrell grapes and matured like an Olorosso Sherry. Not fortified.

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