Spain - La mancha Flashcards
1
Q
La Mancha DO size?
A
Largest in Spain
Largest PDO in Europe
2
Q
La Mancha Topography?
A
Large, flat plains at 500-700m altitude
similar to Jumilla but not as high and not as low
3
Q
La Mancha climate? (3)
A
Hot Continental
Extremely hot summers that reach 45 degrees Celsius
Extremely cold winters that reach -20 degrees Celsius
4
Q
Rainfall in La Mancha? (4)
A
300-400mm
Effects moderated by limestone and chalk in the soils
Low planting density (1000 per ha for bush vines)
40% of vineyards irrigated
5
Q
Main white grape of La Mancha? (3)
A
Airen
Neutral, easy drinking white with medium acid
Mostly made for Brandy production
6
Q
Main red grape of La Mancha? and its styles? (3)
A
Cencibel (tempranillo)
Mostly made for wines in the soft and fruit style
Some crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva made
