Wine Region Andalucia
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There are 7 DO wine regions in Andalucia:
- D.O.P. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry (1932)
- D.O.P. Málaga (1932)
- D.O.P. Montilla-Moriles (1932)
- D.O.P. Condado de Huelva (1962)
- D.O.P. Manzanilla-Sanlúcar (1964)
- D.O.P. Sierras de Málaga (2001)
- D.O.P. Granada (2018)
The Sherry Triangle
The 3 corners of the famous Sherry Triangle:
- Jerez de la Frontera
- Sanlúcar de Barrameda
- El Puerto de Santa Maria
Jerez de la Frontera is a city and municipality in the province of Cádiz in Andalusia in Spain. It is famous for its fortified Sherry wines.
The Sherry Triangle (Jerez-Xérès-Sherry) in the province of Cádiz, is renowned for producing Sherry, a fortified wine made primarily from Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, and Moscatel grapes.
Sherry is produced using a unique aging process known as the solera system, which involves fractional blending of wines from different vintages.
The region's chalky albariza soils, warm climate, and coastal influences contribute to the distinctive flavors and styles of Sherry, including Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximénez.
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Climate
Jerez has specific climatic conditions. The winters are mild and the summers very hot and sunny (temperatures often hit 40º C).
In spite of the hot climate, the amount of rain Jerez receives is high. With 650 mm per year, it can compete with England.
Soil
Albariza soil covers 90% of the Jerez Sherry vineyards. This chalky soil stores the winter rain and distributes the moisture to the vines in the dry season.
Winds
From the Atlantic, the Poniente brings humidity and a cooling effect. The Levante from the Spanish inland, brings hot air and drier conditions. The two winds meet in Jerez and contribute to the peculiar environmental conditions that allow the unique biological ageing of Sherry wines.
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