3.12 | Regionally Important Varieties - Nebbiolo, Barbera & Corvina Flashcards
What are three Italian varieties grown in the foothills of the Alps and plains of the Po river? What is the climate of this region?
Nebbiolo, Barbera, Corvina
moderate climate, benefits from protection of mountains
Where are Nebbiolo and Barbera grown widely?
Piemonte
What are the main characteristics of Nebbiolo?
high acidity high tannin red-fruit (red plum, red cherry) dried herbs floral characters (rose, violet)
True/False: Nebbiolo is matured in both old and new oak
True
True/False: Nebbiolo is not suitable for ageing and is best consumed while young.
False. Nebbiolo can improve with bottle age, due to its high acidity and high tannin. Over time, Nebbiolo takes on tertiary aromas of mushrooms, tobacco, and leather
What is the most famous wine produced from the Nebbiolo grape?
Barolo DOCG
How are the vineyards that produce Barolo situated?
steep and south-facing in Piemont
True/False: Barolo is a full-bodied red wine produced in Piemont region from Nebbiolo grapes, with pronounced flavor and high tannin, high acidity, and long ageing potential
True
What grape is Barbaresco DOCG made from?
Nebbiolo
Where is Barbaresco DOCG located in relation to Barolo DOCG?
north-east of Barolo
what are the primary characteristics of Barbera?
high acidity
low to medium tannins
red fruit (red cherries, red plums), black pepper
many are unoaked and fruity, though some producers use oak to add complexity
which region is considered to produce the finest Barbera?
Barbera d’Asti DOCG
what is the key difference between Barbera and Nebbiolo? How does this affect its consumption/ageing potential?
Barbera has lower tannin than Nebbiolo and can be consumed younger. it has less ageing potential
What is the most important region for Corvina?
Valopolicella (Veneto region). it is made single-variety or in blends
what are the key characteristics of wine made from Corvina grape?
low to medium tannins
high acidity
red-fruit flavors (red cherry, red plum)
