Spain Flashcards

1
Q

What are the authorized white grapes?

A
Albariño
Loureira 
Treixadura
Caña Blanca
Torrontés
Godello
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2
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What is Loureira?

A

A white grape found in Galicia and Minho, Portugal. Also found in the sub region of Vinho Verde.

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3
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What are the 3 most common red grapes found in Rías Biaxas?

A

Caiño
Espadeiro
Mencía

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4
Q

White wine region claims never having been affected by Phylloxera?

A

Canary Islands

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5
Q

What characteristic does Alta give?

A

Structure

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6
Q

What characteristic does Alavesa give?

A

Freshness

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7
Q

What characteristic does Baja give?

A

Alcoholic warmth

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8
Q

Name is the 3 subzones of Rioja.

A

Alta
Alavesa
Baja

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9
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What are the aging requirements for a DO for red Crianza?

A

Minimum 24 months, including 6 months in oak (330L max capacity)

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10
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What are the aging requirements for a DO/DOCa for white or rosé Crianza?

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Minimum 18 months, including at least 6 months in oak (maximum 330L capacity).

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