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Spain's Aging Regimen Flashcards

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What is standard aging regimen for Rioja and Ribera del Duero red wines?

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Crianza: 2 years w/1 year in oak

Reserva: 3 years w/1 year in oak

Gran Reserva: 5 years w/2 years in cask and 3 years in bottle

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What is standard aging regimen for Spain’s Red Wines in the Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva categories?

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Crianza: 2 Years w/6 month cask

Reserva: 3 years w/1 year cask

Gran Reserva: 5 years w/18 month cask

Rioja and Ribera del Duero differ…

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How do the terms Noble, Anejo, and Viejo apply to aging in Spain?

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Noble: 18 months in cask of less than 600 L or bottle

Anejo: 24 months in cask of less than 600 L or bottle

Viejo: 36 months aging, demonstrates marked oxidative character

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