Spain, Rioja Flashcards
1
Q
Spain’s 1st DOC (1991)
A
La Rioja, Navarra, País Vasco
2
Q
3 subzones
A
- Rioja Alta (cool, elevation, Haro)
- Rioja Alavesa (warmer, Logroño)
- Rioja Baja (warmest)
3
Q
varietals
A
Red:
- Tempranillo
- Garnacha (=Grenache)
- Mazuelo (=Carignan)
- Graciano
White:
- Viura (=Macabeo)
- Malvasia
- Barnacha Blanca
4
Q
Mazuelo
A
= Carignan
widely planted throughout the western Mediterranean and across the globe
likely originated in Cariñena, Aragon
often used as a deep coloring component in blends
5
Q
Graciano
A
thrives in warm, arid climates
The wine produced is characterized by its deep red color, strong aroma and ability to age well.
6
Q
Rioja red aging classification
A
simply Rioja: < 1yr oak
crianza: 2yrs aging, 1yr oak
gran reserva: 2yrs oak, 3yrs bottle
