26 - Introduction to Italy

Question 1

Italian wine laws
1. PDO
2. PGI
3. Other labelling terms

Answer 1

1. Denominazione di Origine Protetta (DOP)
   Traditional terms:
   - Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC)
   - Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG)
2. Indicazione Geografica Protetta (IGP)
   Traditional terms:
   - Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT)
3. Other labelling terms
   - Classico
   - Riserva

Question 2

requirements for DOC & DOCG in Italy
(3+2)

Answer 2

DOC: the wines are subject to
1. geographical boundaries
2. limitations on grape varieties
3. limitations on production methods

DOCG: in addition to meeting all DOC requirements these wines
1. must be bottled in the area of production
2. are subject to a Ministry of Agriculture tasting

Question 3

what does the term Classico mean in Italy?

Answer 3

• over time, the boundaries of a number of appellations have expanded to allow new plantings outside the original zone
• the term Classico acknowledges wines that have been made solely from the original classified land
• includes many of the best wines from the area