Spain Balearic Islands Flashcards
What is the geographical location of the Balearic Islands?
Archipelago off Valencia’s coast in the western Mediterranean.
List the major islands of the Balearic Islands.
- Ibiza
- Formentera
- Mallorca
- Menorca
What dialect is spoken in the Balearic Islands?
Balearic dialect of Catalan.
What historical kingdom were the Balearic Islands once part of?
Kingdom of Mallorca under Aragon.
What are the two main regional classifications for wine in the Balearic Islands?
- Vino de la Tierra
- Denominación de Origen (DO)
What does the Denominación de Origen (DO) include in the Balearic Islands?
- Binissalem DO
- Pla i Llevant DO
What is the climate type of the Balearic Islands?
Mediterranean.
How do the summers in the Balearic Islands compare to mainland Spain?
Cooler summers.
What geographical feature shelters Binissalem DO from northerly winds?
Serra de Tramuntana.
When was the DO Binissalem established?
1991.
What is significant about the vineyard area of Binissalem DO as of 2023?
605 hectares.
Name two authorized white grape varieties in DO Binissalem.
- Moll (Prensal Blanco)
- Macabeo
What is the minimum percentage of Moll or Muscat varieties in Blanco wine from DO Binissalem?
50%.
What are the aging requirements for red wines in DO Binissalem?
Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva according to national standards.
What is the minimum alcohol percentage for red wines in DO Binissalem?
11.5%.
When was the DO Pla i Llevant established?
1999.
What is the vineyard area of DO Pla i Llevant as of 2023?
450 hectares.
List three authorized red grape varieties in DO Pla i Llevant.
- Callet
- Fogoneu
- Tempranillo
What type of wine is produced in DO Pla i Llevant that is semi-sparkling?
Vino de Aguja.
What is the maximum yield for white grapes in DO Pla i Llevant?
11,000 kg/ha.
True or False: The soils in DO Pla i Llevant are less fertile than those in Binissalem.
False.
What challenge does DO Pla i Llevant face compared to Binissalem?
Greater exposure to wind and frost damage.
