Abruzzo

Question 1

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

Answer 1

FALSE

Question 2

Describe the predominant topography of the Abruzzo region

Answer 2

Mountainous

Question 3

Name Abruzzo’s most widely planted grape

Answer 3

Montepulciano

Question 4

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

Answer 4

FALSE

Question 5

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

Answer 5

FALSE

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 7

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

Answer 7

TRUE

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 9

Trebbiano Abruzzese is frequently confused with Trebbiano Toscano and …

Answer 9

Bombino Bianco

Question 10

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

Answer 10

Central Appenines

Question 11

What is the traditional vine training system in Abruzzo?

Answer 11

Pergola Abruzzese

Question 12

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

Answer 12

FALSE

Question 13

Which was Abruzzo’s first DOC?

Answer 13

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

Question 14

Which grape is Montepulciano historically confused with?

Answer 14

Sangiovese