Abruzzo Flashcards
1
Q
What is Abruzzo’s most cultivated grape varietal?
A
Montepulciano
2
Q
What are the rosato versions of Montepulciano called?
A
Cerasuolo-in reference to the cherry hue of the rosés.
3
Q
What is the only DOCG of Abruzzo?
A
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG
- DOCG in 2003
- essentially the classico zone of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
4
Q
Name the 2 premier producers of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo?
A
Edoardo Valentini
Emidio PePe
5
Q
What is the aging requirement for Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG?
A
2 years of aging, 1 year must be in wood
3 years for Riserva
- 90% Montepulciano
6
Q
What is another name for Trebbiano d’Abruzzo?
A
Bombino
7
Q
What DOC accounts for most of Abruzzo’s white wine?
A
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC
-produced from Trebbiano Toscano or Trebbiano d’ Abruzzo (Bombino)
