Chile / Argentina Flashcards
Please select all of the South American regions of Chardonnay.
- Casablanca Valley
- Central Valley
- Mendoza
- Western Cape
1, 2 & 3 only
The eastern, lower part of Maipu provides mostly low volume, expensive wine for both domestic and export markets.
FALSE
What are the characteristics of Torrontes?
A white grape producing aromatic, floral wines with stone fruit flavours
What is Bonarda?
A black grape producing high acid and tannin red wines with blackberry & raspberry flavours
What is the general climate of Chile’s vineyards?
Warm Mediterranean
Which sub-region of Patagonia is capable of making premium wines from Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Malbec and Merlot?
Rio Negro Province
Which sub-region, one Chile’s most northerly, has developed a reputation for high quality Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah wines?
Elqui Valley
Where is the Coquimbo region?
Chile, bordering the Atacama Desert
The rainfall levels in Mendoza, does it need irrigation?
mean irrigation is essential
Describe the aromas of Torrontés
Stone fruits, Tropical fruits, and intensely perfumed and floral (blossom, jasmine, chamomile)
Give two reasons why many vineyards of Torrontés grown via the ‘pergola’ or ‘parral’ vine training method in Argentina?
- Pergolas are trained off the ground to avoid grown heat which is a significant issue in Argentina
- The high and dense canopy can cause considerable shading to protect the grapes from issues such as sunburn
State an extreme and often violent hazard that affects Mendoza and state two ways the grape growers can combat it.
Hail
1. Strategically planting vineyards in a broader area so only a localized small volume of vines would be affected
- Netting the vines - although time consuming and expensive, this can provide some defense against hail
