Mexican Wine

Aguascalientes

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:

Central Mexico

ELEVATION:

Most vineyards are 6,100 – 6,200 feet above sea level

WEATHER:

Temperature varies between 32 – 92 (F°)

RAINFALL:

20 – 21 inches annually

SOILS:

Combination of sand, clay & rocks – promotes good drainage

PLANTINGS:

1,900 – 2,000 acres planted to grapes

PRODUCERS IN THE REGION:

19 wineries

NOTEWORTHY HISTORY:

Aguascalientes is Mexico’s 4th largest producer of wine.

RED GRAPES:

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Franc
Carignan
Malbec
Merlot
Nebbiolo
Syrah
Tempranillo

WHITE GRAPES:

Grenache Blanc
Macabeo
Sauvignon Blanc
Viognier
Chardonnay
Chenin Blanc