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WSET 4: D4 - Sparkling Wines Nov2024 > 13 Trentodoc > Flashcards

13 Trentodoc Flashcards

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1
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Which PDO status has the Trentodoc region?

A

DOC

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2
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Where is the Trentodoc region located?

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  • in the Trentino region in northern Italy

- named after Trento, the main town of the region

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3
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Who and when did the first traditional sparkling wine made with Chardonnay in Italy?

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  • Giulio Ferrari

- 1902

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4
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Name the grape varieties used for Trento

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  • Chardonnay (mainly 100%)
  • Pinot Noir
  • Binot Blanc
  • Meunier
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5
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Describe the style of a Trento

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  • aroma of ripe apple
  • biscuit autolytic noted
  • medium alcohol
  • medium (+) to high acidity
  • very good to outstanding quality
  • premium to super-premium price
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6
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Describe the climate conditions of Trentodoc

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  • close to the Alps
  • warm, continental climate with cooling influences
  • high daytime summer temperatures due to the protection of cold wind from the north through the mountains
  • heat on the valley floor between the mountains in the growing season
  • higher daytime temperatures than expected this far north and with his altitude
  • high diurnal range due to the cold mountain winds at night
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7
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Which soils are present in the Trentodoc?

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  • stony and well drained
  • poorer in nutrients on steeper slopes

all contributes to slow steady growth and wines with high flavour intensity

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8
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On which altitude the vineyards are located?

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  • 400-700m

- a few at higher elevations

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9
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How did the high located vineyards influence the ripening of the grapes?

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  • higher diurnal range
  • fruits take longer to ripe
  • building up flavour intensity while retaining acidity
  • harvest is normally two weeks later than in Franciacorta
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10
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Which vine training techniques are used in the Trentodoc?

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  • Guyot on sloping vineyards

- pergola system on the steeper, terraced vineyards

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11
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How is the planting density?

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4.500-6.000 plants/ha

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Where are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir planted?

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  • Chardonnay: cooler slopes (for longer, cooler ripening)

- Pinot Noir: warmer south- and south-east facing slopes

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13
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Which are the main diseases in Trendodoc?

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  • powdery and downy mildew

- botrytis

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14
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Which slopes are more susceptible for spring frost?

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the lowest slopes and valley floor vineyards

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15
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How is the picking date determined?

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by acidity (e.g. pH 3,2)

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16
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Which is the maximum allowed yield?

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  • 105hl/ha

- many producers crop at lower levels

17
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How is the first fermentation performed?

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normally in stainless steel tanks

18
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Is MLC done and why?

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normally MLC takes place due to the higher acidity than in Franciacorta

19
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How is the second fermentation performed?

A

traditional method

20
Q

Which yeast types are typically used?

A
  • cultured yeast

- some producers use isolated strains

21
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Is the use of reserve wines a common technique?

A

only some companies use a small amount of reserve wines for the non-vintage blends

22
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Name the different time on the lees required

A
  • Trento non-vintage: 15 month (in practice 20-30 month)
  • Trento vintage: 24 month
  • Trento Riserva: 36 month (in practice 5-10 years)
23
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Name the sweetness levels of Trento

A
  • Trento and Trento Rosato: Brut Nature to Dolce (most are Brut)
  • Trento Riserva and Trento Riserva Rosato: Brut Nature to Brut only
24
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How is the production split in the Trentodoc region?

A
  • 54 producers
  • several small growers
  • four companies produce 95% of Trento by volume
25
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Which are the four largest companies in Trentodoc?

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  • Ferrari (single biggest and most dominant producer, owns 100ha and buy in grapes from additional 500ha)
  • Mezzocorona co-operative (brand: Rotari)
  • Cavit co-operative (brand: Altemasi)
  • Cesarini Sforza (now part of the La Vis co-operative)
26
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How is the domestic sales and the export split?

A
  • 80% domestic sales
  • 20% export

exception is the co-operative Cavit which sells only 35% in Italy

27
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How dose the Trentodoc tries to increase promotion?

A

they become sponsor of the Institute of Master of Wines

WSET 4: D4 - Sparkling Wines Nov2024 (21 decks)

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