Montsant DO

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?

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?

United States

Germany

France

Spain (correct)

What is the general style of wines from the south of Montsant?

Ripe, fruity, and full-bodied with high alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Which grape varieties are commonly used to make white wine in Montsant?

Garnacha Blanca and Macabeo Signup and view all the answers

What is the majority of production in Montsant carried out by?

Co-operatives Signup and view all the answers

When was Montsant awarded DO status?

2001 Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate number of wineries producing wines in Montsant?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Montsant wine production is exported?

45% Signup and view all the answers

What attracts some wine producers from Priorat to venture into Montsant?

Similar climatic conditions but cheaper land Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety dominates the plantings in Montsant DO?

Garnacha Signup and view all the answers

What is the climate like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?

Similar Signup and view all the answers

Where are the majority of the vineyards located in Montsant DO?

South of the region Signup and view all the answers

What type of soil is found in the north and east of Montsant DO?

Limestone Signup and view all the answers

What is the altitude range of the vineyards in the more mountainous north of Montsant DO?

500-700 m Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary grape variety in Priorat DOQ?

Cariñena Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is the next most planted after Garnacha in Montsant DO?

Tempranillo Signup and view all the answers

What is the topography like in Montsant DO compared to Priorat DOQ?

Flatter Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the soils in the south and north of Montsant DO?

Llicorella content Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary climate influence in Montsant DO?

Mediterranean Signup and view all the answers