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South America Flashcards

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1
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From north to south, name the six regional Denominations of Origin (DOs) in Chile.

A 
Atacama
Coquimbo
Aconcagua
Valle Central (Central Valley)
Sur
Austral Region
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Which two DOs of Chile feature a dry, desert-like climate?

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The two northernmost:

Atacama
Coquimbo

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Which Chilean mountain range lies between the Valle Central and the Pacific Ocean?

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The Coastal Range

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Which current helps moderate the climate of Chile?

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The Humboldt Current

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What are the Chilean wine laws in regards to vintage, varietal, and denomination of origin must, if listed on the bottle?

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75% across the board.

Many wineries observe an 85% minimum to comply with EU export regulations.

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Chilean law requires all wines to show a minimum alcohol content of…?

Reserva and Reserva Especial?

Reserva Privada and Gran Reserva?

A

11.5%

12%

12.5% and mandatory oak aging.

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Which Chilean red blend outplaced Chateau Lafite and Chateau Margaux in the 2004 Berlin Tasting?

Which DO of Chile is it from?

A

Errázuriz’s “Seña,”

It is from Aconcagua Valley (Aconcagua DO)

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What is is Chile’s oldest and most established winemaking region?

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Valle Central (Central Valley)

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Which Chilean winery is a joint project between Baron Philippe de Rothschild (Mouton-Rothschild) and Concha y Toro?

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Almaviva

Their “Vinedo Chadwick” won first place in the 2004 Berlin tasting.

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Name the 4 subregions of the Valle Central from north to south.

A

Maipo Valley
Rapel Valley
Curicó
Maule Valley

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What are the two subdivisions of the Rapel Valley, from north to south?

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Cachapoal

Colchagua

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Where do they make Viña Montes “Alpha M,”?

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Apalta, in eastern Colchagua

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Which region of Chile is becoming more known for production of Carmenere?

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The Rapel Valley, specifically in Colchagua.

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What is the name of the Carmenere made by Viña Montes?

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Purple Angel

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What are the three most planted white grapes of Chile, listed in order of prominence?

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Chardonnay
Sauvignon Blanc (Sauvignon Vert)
Muscat
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What do the terms Costa, Entre Cordilleras, and Andes signify on a Chilean wine label?

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They are designations which signify the proximity of a vineyard to the coast (Costa) or to the mountains.

Costa - Coastal
Entre Cordilleras - describes the valley areas between the coastal range and the Andes
Andes - in the eastern portion of Chile, nearest the Andes

17
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Describe the general climate of Argentina.

A

It is continental and dry, with rainshadow provided by the Andes mountains in the west.

18
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What are the 3 most planted red grapes of Argentina, listed in order of prominence?

A

Malbec
Bonarda
Cabernet Sauvignon

19
Q

What grape did Argentinian Bonarda actually turn out to be?

A

Savoie’s Corbeau, known as Charbono in the U.S.

20
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What are Reserva and Gran Reserva aging requirements in Argentina?

(White and Red)

A

Red:
Reserva - 1 year aging
Gran Reserva - 2 years aging

White:
Reserva - 6 mo aging
Gran Reserva - 1 year aging

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Name the 3 groups of Argentinian wine provinces from north to south.

A

The Northwestern Provinces
Cuyo
Patagonia

22
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Name the 3 provinces of Cuyo from north to south.

A

La Rioja
San Juan
Mendoza

23
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What is furrow irrigation?

A

A technique developed centuries ago by the Incas, in which the rivers’ water, swelled by Andes snowmelt, is directed through the vineyards in channels

24
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Describe the general soil composition of Mendoza and what its benefits are.

A

It is mostly loose, alluvial sand over clay, a structure that, when coupled with the gale-force Zonda wind, helps to keep phylloxera and other diseases at bay

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Name a famous Argentinian blend.

A

Cheval des Andes

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Where is the Uco Valley and what is its claim to fame?

A

It is in Argentina, in the Cuyo provinces, in Mendoza, in the western portion. It is home to the highest elevation vineyards in Mendoza.

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