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Which grape varieties are commonly used to make single varietal wines in the Montsant region?
Which grape varieties are commonly used to make single varietal wines in the Montsant region?
- Tempranillo and Syrah
- Garnacha and Cariñena (correct)
- Chardonnay and Merlot
- Macabeo and Garnacha Blanca
What is the typical maturation period for red wines in Montsant?
What is the typical maturation period for red wines in Montsant?
- Less than six months
- Six months to one year
- Three to four years
- One to two years (correct)
Which country is NOT listed as one of the most important export markets for Montsant wines?
Which country is NOT listed as one of the most important export markets for Montsant wines?
- United States
- Germany
- France
- Spain (correct)
What is the general style of wines from the south of Montsant?
What is the general style of wines from the south of Montsant?
Which grape varieties are commonly used to make white wine in Montsant?
Which grape varieties are commonly used to make white wine in Montsant?
What is the majority of production in Montsant carried out by?
What is the majority of production in Montsant carried out by?
When was Montsant awarded DO status?
When was Montsant awarded DO status?
What is the approximate number of wineries producing wines in Montsant?
What is the approximate number of wineries producing wines in Montsant?
What percentage of Montsant wine production is exported?
What percentage of Montsant wine production is exported?
What attracts some wine producers from Priorat to venture into Montsant?
What attracts some wine producers from Priorat to venture into Montsant?
Which grape variety dominates the plantings in Montsant DO?
Which grape variety dominates the plantings in Montsant DO?
What is the climate like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?
What is the climate like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?
Where are the majority of the vineyards located in Montsant DO?
Where are the majority of the vineyards located in Montsant DO?
What type of soil is found in the north and east of Montsant DO?
What type of soil is found in the north and east of Montsant DO?
What is the altitude range of the vineyards in the more mountainous north of Montsant DO?
What is the altitude range of the vineyards in the more mountainous north of Montsant DO?
What is the primary grape variety in Priorat DOQ?
What is the primary grape variety in Priorat DOQ?
Which grape variety is the next most planted after Garnacha in Montsant DO?
Which grape variety is the next most planted after Garnacha in Montsant DO?
What is the topography like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?
What is the topography like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?
What is the main difference between the soils in the south and north of Montsant DO?
What is the main difference between the soils in the south and north of Montsant DO?
What is the primary climate influence in Montsant DO?
What is the primary climate influence in Montsant DO?
