Uclés (DO)
Uclés is a Spanish Denominación de Origen Protegida (DOP) for wines located in the region of Castile-La Mancha, (Spain), around the town of Uclés in the west of the province of Cuenca and in the northeast of the province of Toledo. History. In 2002 a number of local wine producers ("bodegueros") formed a quality wine association. The area acquired its DO status in 2006. Climate. This DOP has a continental climate, i.e. long, hot dry summers and cold winters. Average annual rainfall is around 500 mm. Soils. The vineyards in Uclés DOP are located in three different  geological areas: The soils are very varied, though they are mostly sandy, deep and generally not very fertile. Drainage is good and oxygen is available for the root systems of the vines. They are slightly more fertile near the rivers Riánsares and Bedija. Grape Varieties. Authorized grape varieties: Maximum yields, for red wines, are established depending on the age of the vines and on the planting system: Vines less than 6 years old may not be used for making wine with the Uclés DOP label.