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WSET Spain 2 Flashcards

1
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where is Catalunya in the map?

A

north east corner of Spain

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2
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what is the general DO in Catalunya for still wines?

A

Catalunya DO, covers the whole area

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3
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how does the climate change in penedés from the coastal to the inland

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warmer mediterranean by the coast, inland slightly cooler in the valleys, further in on the hills the climate is moderate

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3
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what varieties are planted in penedes?

A

white varieties for cava production but also international varieties such as chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, gewürztraminer. merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo

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4
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where is the home for nearly all cava?

A

catalunya

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4
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what is the name for Tempranillo in penedes?

A

Ull de Llebre

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5
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what is the ideal climate that Priorat has for growing garnacha and cariñena?

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hot long dry summers and low rainfall

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6
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what is the red soil (slate/skiffer) in penedes called?

A

Llicorella

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7
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what characteristics does Llicorella have?

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small particles av mica (glimmer) that reflects the sun=help reflecting and absorb the heat.
-absorbing rain

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8
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why are Priorats wines never cheap?

A

-no mechanization
-small yiels
-old vines

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9
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how is the climate in Ribera del duero?

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hot and dry summers and very cool winters

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10
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what helps to retain the acidity and fresh fruit in Ribera del duero?

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altitudes, over 850 m

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what is the majority of the production in Ribera del duero?

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red, dominated by Tempranillo

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12
Q

how does winemakers today choose to accentuate (betona) the concentrated fruit flavours and tannins in their wines?

A

longer maceration and ageing their wines for a short period of time in new French oak

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13
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how is the climate in toro?

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similar to Ribera del duero

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14
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what wines are mostly made in Toro?

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full body, high alcohol, intense fruit from Tempranillo

15
Q

where is Rueda located?

A

in-between Toro and Ribera del duero

16
Q

what wines are mostly made in Rueda?

A

white wines from Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc

17
Q

what makes Rueda suitable for white wines?

A

continental climate and cool summer nights

18
Q

how is the climate in the north west do to the Atlantic influences?

A

cooler and wetter

19
Q

what regions can you find in the north-west?

A

Rias Biaxas and Bierzo (Léon)

20
Q

how is the climate in Rias Baixas?

A

moderate and damp (fuktigt)

21
Q

what is a common problem in Rias Baixas do to the humid climate?

A

mildew (mögel) and rot

22
Q

how do they train and telling their wines to minimize the risk of mildew and rot

A

pergolas to encurage air circulation

23
Q

which is the most common grape in Rias Bias?

A

Albariñjo

24
Q

what is the key grape varietal in Bierzo and how is the character of that grape?

A

Mencia, elegant red wines with high natural acidity

25
Q

How is the climate in Bierzo?

A

moderate, benefits from cooling maritime influence

26
Q

where is Levante located?

A

on the Mediterranean coast south of Catalunya

27
Q

where is the distribution centred for Levante and La mancha?

A

Valencia

28
Q

what kind of vines are mostly made in Valencia DO?

A

value-for-money wines

29
Q

which is the most planted grape in Valencia?

A

red: Monastrell
white: Merseguera
sweet: Muscatel del Valencia

30
Q

what style of wines are made in jumilla and yecla?

A

youthful and fruity monastrell

31
Q

where does almost half of Spains wine production come from?

A

Castilla-La Mancha

32
Q

what is the largest DO in Spain?

A

La Mancha DO

33
Q

which is the most widely planted variety in La Mancha?

A

Airén

34
Q

where is valdepeñas located?

A

to the south of La Mancha

35
Q

which are the two most planted varieties in Valdepeñas?

A

Airén and Tempranillo (cencibel)

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