Mexican Wines

San Luis Potosi

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:

Central Mexico.

ELEVATION:

Most vineyards are at 5,500-5,700 feet above sea level.

WEATHER:

Temperatures vary between 41F – 83F degrees.

RAINFALL:

The region averages 21 – 22 inches per year.

SOILS:

Sandy Loam, Clay loam , Silty loam.

PLANTINGS:

325 – 330 acres are planted to vines.

PRODUCERS IN THE REGION:

3-5 wineries.

NOTEWORTHY HISTORY:

San Luis Potosi is the smallest of Mexico’s wine producing regions.

RED GRAPES:

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Franc
Grenache
Merlot
Syrah
Sangiovese
Tempranillo

WHITE GRAPES:

Chardonnay
Gewurztraminer
Sauvignon Blanc