Spain - Castilla y Leon Flashcards
Geography of Castilla y León
North Central Spain
What is the climate of Castilla y León?
-Continental
- slightly moderate by its proximity to the Atlantic and Mediterranean but still subject to extreme highs and lows
-Extreme seasonal and diurnal shifts.
What physical landmark is in Castilla y Leon and what does it do?
Cantabrian Mountains, creating a rain shadow.
Physical features of Castillo y Leon
High altitude meseta.
Bodies of Water: Duero River (called the Douro in Portugal)
Winemaking in Castilla y Leon
(-) Fresh white wines in Rueda
(-) Red wines are made in a range of styles from early (young) consumption to age-worthy
(-) Wines are aged in American oak and French oak
Castilla y Leon White Grape Variety
Verdejo
Sauvignon Blanc
Red grapes of Castilla y Leon
Tempranillo
Mencía
Synonyms of Tempranillo in Castilla y Leon
Tinta del País
Tinta de Toro
4 DOs of Castilla y Leon
Toro DO
Bierzo DO
Ribera del Duero DO
Ruedo DO
Toro DO
Primarily red wines based on Tempranillo, often emphasizing ripeness and concentration
Describe Bierzo DO
Red, Mencía-based wines that can be enjoyed young or aged for a few years
Describe Ribera del Duero DO
Primarily Tempranillo-based blends, in styles that range from fresh for early drinking to long-aged in American or French oak.
True or False: You can’t produce white wines in Ribera del Duero
True: only Vinto Tinto and Rosado wines are allowed in Ribera del Duero
Describe Rueda DO
Fresh white wines based on Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc grape varieties
Aging requirements for Crianza in Castillo y Leon
min 2 years, including 1 year in oak
