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Region Hierarchy |
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Climate(s) |
Moderate Mediterranean, Warm Mediterranean, Hot Mediterranean |
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Notes |
At the coast, it's hot and dry. Inland, it's warm. In the foothills (500m-800m), it's moderate (cooler).
Catalunya Region notes: Known for its Cava sparkling wines. Most vineyards are concentrated along the coastal plain and the hills south of Barcelona.
Spain notes: Joven, Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva relate to ageing periods. |
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Grape(s) |
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Color |
Grape |
Notes |
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Red |
Cabernet Sauvignon Grape |
Grape notes: High tannins due to thick skin. Buds late and needs a long growing season. Often blended with Merlot to gain softness. Usually destemmed and crushed. |
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Red |
Merlot Grape |
Grape notes: Aroma/Flavors vary according to ripeness. Often blended with Cab. Sauvignon to add softness. Buds and ripens early. |
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Red |
Pinot Noir (Nero) Grape |
Grape notes: Low tannins due to thin skin. Susceptible to rot. Early budding and ripening. |
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Red |
Tempranillo Grape |
Known as Ull de Liebre
Grape notes: Sometimes blended with Garnacha. Traditionally, aged in new oak. Needs significant heat to fully ripen. |
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White |
Chardonnay Grape |
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White |
Gewurztraminer Grape |
Grape notes: This is an aromatic grape; its nose intensity will likely be pronounced. |
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White |
Sauvignon Blanc Grape |
Grape notes: This is an aromatic grape; its nose intensity will likely be pronounced. |
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Wines(s) |
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