Basilicata

Question 1

Basilicata is the 3rd least populous region. What other regions in Italy are less densely populated?

Answer 1

Molise

Valle d’Aosta

Question 2

What is the most notable DOC zone of Basilicata?

Answer 2

Aglianico del Vulture DOC

Question 3

What styles of wine may be produced under Aglianico del Vulture DOC?

Answer 3

Dry, off-dry, still, or sparkling reds.

Question 4

What method of sparkling wine production is required for spumante Aglianico del Vulture DOC wines?

Answer 4

Traditional Method

Question 5

True/False: Aglianico may be blended with other red varietals for Aglianico del Vulture DOC wines.

Answer 5

False.

100% Aglianico is required.

Question 6

What is the minimum required alcohol for Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG wines?

Answer 6

13.5%

Question 7

What is the mandated elevage for Aglianico del Vulture Superiore wines?

Answer 7

3 years, 1 in wood.

Question 8

If a wine is labelled Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva , what aging regimen has it undergone?

Answer 8

5 years, 2 in wood

Question 9

What kind of soils characterize the “del Vulture” denominaziones?

Answer 9

Volcanic soils

Question 10

When is Aglianico usually harvested in Basilicata?

Answer 10

Late October, into November.

Question 11

What is the impact of late harvests for Aglianico wines?

Answer 11

Longer growing seasons = more complexity in the grapes