Sherry-Nellites Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Where is Sherry produced?
A
Southwest Spain
2
Q
What subregions denote the Sherry triangle?
A
Sanlucar de Barrameda, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry, and El Puerto de Santa Maria
3
Q
What is the Climate and Physical Geography of Sherry?
A
Hot Maritime with close proximity to the Atlantic
4
Q
What are the grapes of Sherry?
A
-Palomino
-Moscatel
-Pedro Ximénez
5
Q
What are the soil types of Sherry (one standout)?
A
-The standout Albariza (chalk)
-Barros (clay)
-Arenas (sand)
6
Q
When is Sherry fortified?
A
Fortified after fermentation, oxidized.
6
Q
What is Solera?
A
Taking portions of reserves to add to a final solera blend.
