Calabria Flashcards
1
Q
If Puglia is the heel of the boot of Italy, where is Calabria?
A
The toe!
2
Q
Generally speaking, what kind of climate is found in Calabria?
A
It's split - Hot, Mediterranean coast Continental interior (at altitude)
3
Q
Compared to Basilicata, how does Calabria’s level of production compare?
A
Twice as much production
4
Q
What is the chief red grape of Calabria?
A
Gaglioppo
5
Q
Gaglioppo is genetically linked to what other grape varietal?
A
Sangiovese
6
Q
Cirò DOC lies along what body of water?
A
Ionian Sea
7
Q
The best examples of white wines from Calabria hail from what denominazione?
A
Melissa DOC
8
Q
What the major white grape of Calabria?
A
Greco Bianco
9
Q
What style of wine is produced under the Greco di Bianco DOC?
A
Sweet white wines from dried grapes
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