27. Northern Italy Flashcards
What is Italy’s most northerly wine region?
Alto Adige
Where are vineyards in Northern Italy located?
In the foothills of the Alps and the extensive plain of the River Po.
What climate does Alto-Adige have?
- Moderate.
- It has short, dry summers and low rainfall.
Why do most vineyards in Alto-Adige have a large diurnal range?
Altitude
What is the most notable white in Alto-Adige?
Pinot Grigio:
- Dry
- Light to medium body
- High acidity
- Citrus and green fruit flavours
What are most wines in Alto-Adige labelled as?
Alto Adige DOC
Where is Trentino located in relation to Alto-Adige?
Directly south
What is the climate in Trentino?
Similar to Alto-Adige (Moderate) but slightly warmer.
Vineyards here are planted at lower altitudes.
What are the cooling influences in Trentino?
Lake Garda
What are the main varieties in Trentino?
White grapes:
- Pinot Grigio
- Chardonnay
Black grapes also grown:
- Merlot
- Teroldego
What type of wines does Teroldego make?
- Deep colour
- Medium to high tannins
- High acidity
- Medium to full body
- Aromas of black fruit
- Normally matured in oak
(the best can also age)
What are most wines in Trentino labelled under?
Trentino DOC.
Where is Fruili-Venezia Giulia located?
In northern Italy’s eastern corner.
Shares a border with both Austria and Slovenia.
What is the climate in Friuli-Venezia Giulia?
In the northerly vineyards:
- Located in the foothills of the Alps
- Moderate and continental
- Cooled by cold air from the mountains
In the southerly vineyards:
- Located on the flat plain near the Adriatic sea
- Warm and maritime
What are the main grape varieties of Fruili-Venezia Giulia?
- Pinot Grigio
- Merlot
