Abruzzo Flashcards
Which grape is Montepulciano historically confused with?
Sangiovese
Which is Abruzzo’s only DOCG?
Collins Teramane Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOCG
The name ‘Cerasuolo’ derives from which word?
Ceresa=cherry
What is the traditional vine training system in Abruzzo?
Pergola Abruzzese
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC must be made from a minimum of what % of Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
> 85% Trebbiano Abruzzese/Trebbiano Toscana and/or Bombino Bianco
Where is Pecorino a native of?
Marche
Which is Abruzzo’s most widely planted grape - white and red
Red:Montepulciano
White: Trebbiano Toscano
Trebbiano Abruzzo is frequently confused with Which 2 grapes
Trebbiano Toscano and Bombino Bianco
Which Abruzzo DOC is known for production of Rosato wine?
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC
Which mountain ranges are found in Abruzzo?
Central Apennines… Gran Sasso, Monte Della Laga and Mailla
Which DOC/G accounts for Abruzzo’s largest wine production?
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC
Describe the prominent topography of Abruzzo
Mountainous - 65%
What is the highest peak of Abruzzo
Gran Sasso
What is the top white and red of Abruzzo
Montepulciano 56% and Trebbiano Toscana 18%
which was Abruzzo’s first doc
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC