Argentina - Mendoza Flashcards

1
Q

What is Mendoza?

A

A subregion indicacion geográfica in Cuyo IG

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Mendoza climate

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Desert-like

Andes make rain shadow in West

Pampas prevent rain in East

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3
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Blending in Mendoza

A

Common

Due to different climates in the 5 main divisions

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4
Q

Mendoza divisions

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Northern

Eastern

Central

Southern

Uco Valley

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Q

Northern Mendoza

A

High-volume, inexpensive wine

Irrigation from Mendoza rivers makes high-volume possible

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Eastern Mendoza

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High-volume, inexpensive wine

Irrigation from Mendoza rivers makes high-volume possible

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7
Q

Luján de Cuyo

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Department in Central Mendoza

Known for excellent Malbec

900-1100m

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Central Mendoza

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Premium wine region

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9
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Maipú

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Department in Central Mendoza

East of Luján de Cuyo, and at lower altitude

CS, Syrah

Eastern, lower part makes high-volume, inexpensive wines, but also old vine Bonarda and Tempranillo

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Uco Valley

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Sub-area of Mendoza

Premium wine region

900-1500m (highest vineyards in Mendoza)

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Uco Valley climate

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Diurnal

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12
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Tupungato

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Department in Uco Valley

Premium Pinot Noir

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San Rafael

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Department in Southern Mendoza

Lower altitude than rest of Mendoza, but also south = one of the coldest areas in Mendoza

Chenin Blanc

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