30 Questions
Which grape variety makes up the majority of plantings in the region?
Garnacha
What is the maximum permitted yield per hectare in the region?
39 hL/ha
Which classification corresponds to grapes grown within a single named site?
Vi de Paratge
What is the typical rainfall in the region?
500-600 mm
What is the most common type of soil in the region?
Slate-based
What is the average alcohol content of the wines in the region?
More than 14.5% abv
What is the main river that runs through the region?
River Siurana
What is the most common trellising system used in the region?
VSP trellis
What is the main focus of quality-focused winemakers in the region?
Fruit character and acidity
What is the main factor that limits vine growth in the region?
Low nutrient levels
Which group of people were responsible for starting winemaking in Priorat in the 12th century?
Carthusian monks
What caused many vineyards in Priorat to be abandoned in the 19th century?
Growth of the textile industry
Which grape varieties are blended with Priorat's local varieties in the production of wines?
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot
Which winemaking technique is used for maturation in Priorat?
Maturation in oak barrels
When did Priorat wines start to receive international recognition?
Mid-1990s
What is the current status of Priorat as a wine region?
DOQ
What protected Priorat from cold winds in the north?
Serra de Montsant
What caused many vineyards to be abandoned in Priorat in the late 19th century?
Outbreak of phylloxera
How many wineries were there in Priorat by the mid-2000s?
About 50
What influenced the growth of the textile industry in Catalunya in the 19th century?
Outbreak of phylloxera
Which of the following classifications requires producers to own or rent the vineyard for a minimum of seven years?
Vinya Classificada
Which of the following classifications involves critical 'recognition' over a minimum of five years?
Gran Vinya Classificada
Which of the following terms can be certified by the Consejo Regulador if the grapes come from vineyards that are a minimum of 75 years old or were planted before 1945?
Old Vines
Which of the following classifications has its own regulations in terms of the minimum proportion of Garnacha and Cariñena in the blend?
Vinya Classificada
Which of the following classifications requires vine age to meet certain regulations?
Vinya Classificada
Which of the following classifications involves a minimum rental period of seven years for the vineyard?
Vinya Classificada
Which of the following classifications does not require critical 'recognition' over a minimum of five years?
Vi de Vila
Which of the following terms can be certified by the Consejo Regulador?
Old Vines
Which of the following classifications have their own regulations in terms of maximum yields?
Vinya Classificada
Which of the following terms can be certified by the Consejo Regulador if the grapes come from vineyards that were planted before 1945?
Old Vines
Test your knowledge on the history and challenges of winemaking in Priorat with this informative quiz. Learn about the region's rich heritage, the struggles faced by winemakers, and the recent international acclaim for Priorat wines.
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