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