Spain- Castilla y Leon Flashcards

1
Q

Name the DOs of Castilla y Leon

A
Bierzo
Tierra de Leon
Arribes
Tierra del Vino de Zamora
Toro
Rueda
Ribera del Duero
Arlanza
Cigales
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2
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What is the elevation of Ribera del Duero

A

700m to 850m

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3
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When did Ribera del Duero achieve a DO status

A

1982

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4
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Name 5 of the top producers of Ribera del Duero

A
  • Vega Sicilia
  • Pesquera
  • Aalto
  • Emilio Moro
  • Dominio de Pingus
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5
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What is the white grape of Ribera del Duero

A

Albillo Mayor

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6
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What are the synonyms for Tempranillo in Ribera del Duero

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  • Tinta del Pais
  • Tinto Fino
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7
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What are the red grapes of Ribera del Duero

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  • Tempranillo, min 75%
  • Garnacha
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Merlot
  • Malbec
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Aging requirements for red wines in Ribera del Duero

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  • Crianza- 2 years, including 1 year in oak
  • Reserva- 3 years, including 1 year in oak
  • Gran Reserva- 5 years, including 2 years in oak
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9
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What is the red grape of Tierras?

A

Juan Garcia

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10
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Aging requirements for white wine in Ribera del Duero

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  • Crianza- 18 months, including 6 months in oak
  • Reserva- 24 months, including 6 months in oak
  • Gran Reserva- 48 months, including 6 months in oak
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