Laujar-Alpujarra

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• The vineyard lies between the Sierra Nevada and the Sierra de Gádor, at an altitude of between 700 and 1000 metres, with a cool climate that favours ripening.
• The Laujar valley lies in the upper part of the Andarax river basin, between the Sierra Nevada and the Sierra de Gádor, at 960 metres of altitude. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
• The vines are grown on terraces on the steep slopes of the mountains. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
• The natural environment, shaped by the surrounding terrain, is what defines the distinguishing characteristics of the products of the area.

• The designation «Vino de la Tierra de Laujar-Alpujarra» was officially recognised by the Order of 22 April 2004 of the Consejería de Agricultura y Pesca of the Junta de Andalucía.

• The white wines are young and very fruity, the rosés are delicate and light, while the reds are described as vigorous, warm and intensely fruity. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)

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

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Sources

• National pliego de condiciones (PDF)
• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PGI-ES-A1410
• Official trade body site — JdA — IGP Láujar-Alpujarra