WineCAST #31: Spanish Aging Terms

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Answers for this Winecast's quiz are below... DON'T PEEK untll you take the quiz

Rioja has the unique distinction in Spain of being:

All of the above

Spanish wine aging requirements from youngest to most aged:

Crianza(2 yrs), Reserva(3 yrs), Gran Reserva(5 yrs)

Winemakers from Rioja were influenced by the small barrel aging practices from:

Bordeaux

What is the minimum oak contact for Rioja Crianza?

12 months

Modern winemaking techniques in Rioja tend toward:

All of the above

Extra Credit:     Speak of Rioja’s appeal today for the discerning wine consumer:

                         Rioja is a great example of the effects of aging on wine at a great price