San Asensio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Asensio
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  La Rioja |
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| Comarca | Haro | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 32.33 km2 (12.48 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 530 m (1,740 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,124 | |
| • Density | 34.766/km2 (90.04/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | sanasensiano, na | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CET) | |
San Asensio is a small town and a municipality in northern Spain. It is located in the La Rioja region. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes and, especially, its delicious wines.
Wine Making in San Asensio
San Asensio has a long history of making wine. It is especially known for its rosé wines, which are pink in color. The way wine is made and sold here is carefully controlled. This system is called Denominación de origen. It makes sure that wines from a certain area meet high quality standards.
Rioja Wine Region
The famous Rioja DOC (Denomination of Origin Calificada) is a large wine region. It is divided into three smaller areas. San Asensio is located in the part called Rioja Alta. This area is known for its unique soil and climate. These conditions help grow grapes that make excellent wines.
