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Location/topography/geography
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- Castilla y Léon
- Geographically closer to Galicia than the rest of Castilla y Léon; 'the gateway to Galicia' - Fertile plain at low altitude. - Protected from Atlantic influences by mountains. - Best known as a mining area. |
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Climate/weather
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- Cooler, less extreme continental climate vr rest of Castilla y Léon.
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Soil
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Mostly rich and fertile soils.
- Some quartz and slate in the mountains. |
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Grape varieties
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- Black: Mencia (62%).
Others: Garnacha Tintorera - White: Godello Others: Dona Blanca, Palomino |
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Wine styles
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- Reds: more than 70% Mencia.
- Close in style to Galicia. |
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Scale of production and industry significance
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- 4.200 ha
- Key producer: Descendientes de J. Palacios. |
