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Which type of barrels/vessels are commonly used by these producers for aging their wines?
Which type of barrels/vessels are commonly used by these producers for aging their wines?
What flavors are often found in these wines?
What flavors are often found in these wines?
What is the acidity level of these wines?
What is the acidity level of these wines?
What is the tannin level of these wines?
What is the tannin level of these wines?
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What is the usual price range of these wines?
What is the usual price range of these wines?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the vineyards in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the vineyards in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
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What is the primary grape variety grown in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
What is the primary grape variety grown in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
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What type of wines are mainly produced in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
What type of wines are mainly produced in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
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What is the average annual rainfall in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
What is the average annual rainfall in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
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What is the major factor that helps to retain acidity in the grapes in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
What is the major factor that helps to retain acidity in the grapes in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO?
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Study Notes
Aging and Characteristics of Wine
- American oak barrels are commonly used for aging wine, imparting flavors such as vanilla, caramel, and dill
- Wines often exhibit flavors of dark fruits, plum, and blackberry
- Acidity levels in these wines are generally medium to high
- Tannin levels are medium to high, contributing to the wine's structure and aging potential
- The usual price range of these wines is moderate to premium
Vineyard Characteristics in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO
- Vineyards in these regions are NOT characterized by proximity to the ocean
- Garnacha (Grenache) is the primary grape variety grown in these regions
- Mainly red wines are produced in CaRIÑENa DO, CaMpO DE BORJa DO, and CaLaTaYUD DO
- Average annual rainfall in these regions is low, around 350-400 mm
- High altitude and continental climate help to retain acidity in the grapes
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Test your knowledge of three Spanish wine regions: Cariñena DO, Campo de Borja DO, and Calatayud DO. Discover their warm continental climates, high altitude vineyards, and unique characteristics. Learn about the grapes, terroir, and winemaking traditions of these inland regions.
