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Category - Spain

What is Licorella?
  1. A Spanish dessert wine made from licorice.
  2. A type of soil found in the Priorat with black slate and quartzite.
  3. A yeast used for sherry.
  4. A charring method for oak casks.
Explanation
Answer: B - Licorella is a type of soil found in the Priorat with black slate and quartzite. This soil reflects sunlight and conserves heat. This soil causes the vine roots to grow deeper and keeps the vines anchored during storms. The soil also gives these wines a unique flavor.
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