Abruzzo

Question 1

Which DOC/G accounts for Abruzzo’s largest wine production?

Answer 1

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 2

Describe the predominant topography of the Abruzzo region

Answer 2

Mountains

Question 3

Name Abruzzo’s most widely planted grape

Answer 3

Montepulciano

Question 4

What is the traditional vine training system in Abruzzo?

Answer 4

Pergola Abruzzese

Question 5

Pecorino is a white grape native to Abruzzo. True or false?

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Which was Abruzzo’s first DOC?

Answer 6

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 7

Which mountain ranges are responsible for Abruzzo’s rugged landscape?

Answer 7

Central Appenines

Question 8

The name “Cerasuolo” derives from the word “cerasa” (cherry). True or false?

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Montepulciano is native to the town of Montepulciano in Toscana. True or false?

Answer 9

False

Question 10

Name Abruzzo’s DOC for the production of rosato wine that is considered among Italy’s best

Answer 10

Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 11

By law, Tebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC must be made from a minimum of 85% Trebbiano Abruzzese. True or false?

Answer 11

False

Question 12

Trebbiano Abruzzese is frequently confused with Trebbiano Toscano and …

Answer 12

Bombino Bianco

Question 13

Trebbiano Abruzzese is Abruzzo’s most widely planted grape. True or false?

Answer 13

False

Question 14

Which grape is Montepulciano historically confused with?

Answer 14

Sangiovese

Question 15

What is the “heel” of the Italian boot

Answer 15

Salento

Question 16

What is the “spur” of the Italian boot

Answer 16

Gargano Promonotory

Question 17

What is Vino da Taglio

Answer 17

Bulk blending wine