Basilicata Flashcards
When did the greeks arrive in Basilicata?
8th century BC
What are the 3 important rivers of Basilicata?
Bradano, Bassento and Agri
Describe the climate of Basilicata
Mediterranean on the coastal areas, moderately Mediterranean on the inland hills and the more mountainous regions have continental influences
Which area of basilicata is wetter?
the western side
What percentage of basilicata is red?
70%
What is the most widely planted grape in Basilicata?
Aglianico
What are the characteristics of the Aglianico ‘Vulture’ biotype?
more intense red fruit than those from campania
What is the vine training system in Basilicata?
Guyot
Why is the climate of Vulture ideal for Aglianico
plenty of sunshine and a large diurnal range combine to give a long ripening period
In Vulture where are the volcanic soils located?
on the slopes and hills around the volcano
Compare the character of aglianico from the volcanic slopes of vulture vs the lower elevation sandy-clay soils to the east of the appellation
volcanic is more refined and complex
sandy clay produces fuller more approachable wines
What percentage of the blend must be Aglianico in the appellations of Aglianico del Vulture DOC and Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG
100%
In the appellations of Aglianico del Vulture DOC and Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, what vessels are used for ageing?
both small oak and botti are used
