Campo de Borja

Spain · DO (PDO) · Aragón · 1 commune(s)

Styles

Natural factors

The vineyards are located in the northwest of the province of Zaragoza, in the comarcas of Campo de Borja and Tarazona y el Moncayo, covering an area of 6,270 hectares. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
Vineyard altitude ranges from 350 to 700 metres above sea level, over calcareous soils rich in nutrients. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
The climate is continental, with annual rainfall of between 350 and 450 litres per square metre, and is characterised by low precipitation and the presence of the cierzo wind.
The cierzo wind produces intense evapotranspiration that limits soil moisture, causing permanent water stress that reduces vine vigour.

Human factors

The historical tradition of the area dates back to before 1203, and the influence of the Monasterio de Veruela on the development of the vine was significant, preserving and nurturing a viticultural tradition that continues to this day.
The tradition of fortified wines in the appellation stretches back several centuries, and the geographical and climatic conditions of the area yield very high levels of ripeness, together with low-yielding vineyards and a late harvest.
Quality sparkling wines are produced by the traditional method, with a second fermentation in bottle and ageing on fermentation lees.

Product characteristics

Fortified wines are distinguished by aromas of very ripe or even overripe fruit, qualities highly suited to this style of wine.
Quality sparkling wines produced by the traditional method are smooth and creamy, with a fine, persistent mousse and a fruity, elegant nose following the second fermentation in bottle.

Facts drawn from the specification's terroir-link section by automatic interpretation — see the specification (pliego de condiciones).

About this boundary

Area: the official MAPA production zone (Zonas de Calidad Diferenciada: Vinos).