Certified Sommelier Practice Exam

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What geographical area is recognized for its five sub-districts in wine production?

Rueda
Rioja
Navarra
Penedes

The correct answer is: Navarra

The geographical area recognized for its five sub-districts in wine production is Rioja. This prestigious wine region in Spain is divided into three main sub-zones—Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa, and Rioja Oriental—along with various districts that highlight its diverse terroir and grape varieties. Rioja is particularly noted for its high-quality red wines, predominantly made from Tempranillo, and for its rich history and regulatory systems that govern wine production to maintain quality standards. While Rueda, Navarra, and Penedes are also important wine regions in Spain, they do not have the same distinction of five recognized sub-districts that Rioja boasts. Rueda is famous mainly for its Verdejo white wines, Navarra is known for its diverse wine styles often including rosés, and Penedes is famed for its Cava production and still wines, particularly those made from Xarel-lo, Macabeo, and Parellada. Each of these regions has its characteristics and regulations, but they simply do not match Riojas' specific classification of sub-districts.