Central Valley Flashcards
What are the 5 sub-regions of central valley?
- Maipo Valley
- Rapel Valley
- Curcio Valley
- Maule Valley
What sub-region in central valley produces minty CS?
Maipo Valley
What native grape is grown on the warm valley floors of Cachapoal Valley?
Carmenere
What 2 black grapes grown on the cool east side of Cachapoal valley?
CS
SY
What are the warm fertile sub-regions of Curico & Maule Valley known for?
Inexpensive blended wine
What old vine is grown in the cooler Maule Valley?
Carignan
What is the climate of Central Valley?
Warm
Why is inexpensive fruity wine made in Central Valley?
Grapes ripen easily due to warmth
What are the 2 sub regions of Rapel Valley?
- Cachapoal Valley
2. Colchagua Valley
What cools premium sites in Maipo Valley?
Mountain air
What is the style of reds made in Colchagua Valley?
Full bodied
Does Colchagua Valley receive ocean influence?
Yes
Why do Maule Valley wines have higher acidity than Curico Valley?
It’s cooler
What is the style of old vine Carignan from Curico/Maule Valley?
full bodied
Intense concentrated
