Tacoronte-Acentejo

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• The geological origin is volcanic, common to all the Canary Islands, although soil development in Tacoronte-Acentejo has followed a different path, resulting in clay loam and silt loam textures.
• The great number of microclimates arises from the topography, the soils, and the influence of the trade winds, producing sharp contrasts noticeable over as little as 100 metres.
• The zone displays consistent temperatures with no frost risk, annual rainfall of between 450 and 550 mm, and an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year.
• The temperature range throughout the year is less than 10 degrees Celsius, so the vine is subject to a high degree of thermal uniformity.
• The vineyards are located on the north-facing slopes of the Cordillera Dorsal of Tenerife, with most plantings situated between 300 and 750 metres above sea level. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)

• The most widely used traditional training system in the area is the rastra (low-trailing) form, which promotes high sun exposure for the vine and sugar concentration in the grapes.
• For wines with fresh, naturally sweet aromas, wine alcohol has traditionally been used, given that certain varieties do not reach optimal ripeness in the microclimates of the zone.

• The rosé wines show a good balance between acidity and freshness, and in wines from rastra-trained vines a palate equilibrium between sweetness and acidity is a defining feature.
• The long growing season and slow ripening of the grapes allow the wines to develop good aromatic intensity and vibrancy on the palate, with a fruity finish.

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

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Sources

• Specification (EUR-Lex, single document)
• National pliego de condiciones (PDF)
• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PDO-ES-A0115
• Official trade body site — D.O. Tacoronte-Acentejo