Uruguay Flashcards

1
Q

Where are most wine regions concentrated and why?

A

Concentrated in the South
Due to Antartic current in South Atlantic

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2
Q

What are the northern regions?

A

Rivera (same as Campanha in Brazil)
Salto
Artigas
Paysandú

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3
Q

What are the Uruguay regions in the south?

A

Rocha
Maldonado
Colonia
Canelones
Montevideo
San José

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4
Q

What is a notable producer from Maldonado?

A

Bodega Garzón

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5
Q

Name a notable producer from Canelones

A

H Stagnari

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6
Q

Name a notable producer from Montevideo

A

Carrau

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7
Q

Describe the areas where 90% of Uruguay production is concentrated

A

Canelones, Montevideo, San José
Maritime climate

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8
Q

Describe and list red wine grapes by amount planted

A

Tannat (tannic)
Merlot (great for blending with Tannat due to softness)
Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon
Petit Verdot
Zinfandel
Marselan

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9
Q

What white wine grapes are planted in Uruguay?

A

Muscat
Chardonnay
Sauvignon Blanc
Viognier
Trebbiano
Torrontés
Albariño

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