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Central and Southern Italy Flashcards

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1
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First commercial Super Tuscan released

A

Sassicaia (1968)

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What is Tuscany’s main grape?

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Sangiovese

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What grape is Brunello di Montalcino made of?

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100% Sangiovese grosso (locally known as Brunello)

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What are the main soils of Chianti Classico?

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Sandstone and Marl

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For how long must Chianti Classico Riserva be aged?

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Min. 24 months (often in barriques)

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What is the soil type in the higher-altitude vineyards of Brunello di Montalcino?

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Galestro

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Differences between Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti

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Brunello tends to have higher tannin, higher alcohol and are fuller-bodied

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What is the “junior” version of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG?

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Rosso di Montalcino DOC

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What is the main grape of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG?

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Min. 70% Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile clone)

(Grape is not Montepulciano)

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What was the main motive behind the creation of the IGP classification in Italy?

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The rise of “Super-Tuscan” wines being released as vino de tavola

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Which DOC may some “Super-Tuscan” producers label their wines as?

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Bolgheri DOC

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What grapes are allowed in Bolgheri DOC and in what percentages?

A

Cabernet Sauvignon (0 - 100%)
Merlot (0 - 100%)
Cabernet Franc (0 - 100%)
Max. 50% Syrah
Max. 50% Sangiovese

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What is the only true monopole DOC in all Italy?

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Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC

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What is the most important DOC of Abruzzo?

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Montepulciano d’Abruzzo (85% Montepulciano grape)

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Most important producer of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

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Emidio Pepe

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Where in Italy is Taurasi DOCG located?

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Campania

17
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What is the red grape of Taurasi DOCG?

A

Aglianico

18
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Where in Italy is Marsala DOC located?

A

Sicily

19
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Where in Italy can Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio be found?

A

Sicily

20
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What are the two main red grapes of Etna DOC?

A

Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio

21
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What is the main grape for Etna bianco?

A

Carricante

22
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What are the main DOC/Gs of Tuscany?

A

Chianti, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

23
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Where is Marsala located?

A

Sicily

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