Central and Southern Italy Flashcards
First commercial Super Tuscan released
Sassicaia (1968)
What is Tuscany’s main grape?
Sangiovese
What grape is Brunello di Montalcino made of?
100% Sangiovese grosso (locally known as Brunello)
What are the main soils of Chianti Classico?
Sandstone and Marl
For how long must Chianti Classico Riserva be aged?
Min. 24 months (often in barriques)
What is the soil type in the higher-altitude vineyards of Brunello di Montalcino?
Galestro
Differences between Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti
Brunello tends to have higher tannin, higher alcohol and are fuller-bodied
What is the “junior” version of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG?
Rosso di Montalcino DOC
What is the main grape of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG?
Min. 70% Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile clone)
(Grape is not Montepulciano)
What was the main motive behind the creation of the IGP classification in Italy?
The rise of “Super-Tuscan” wines being released as vino de tavola
Which DOC may some “Super-Tuscan” producers label their wines as?
Bolgheri DOC
What grapes are allowed in Bolgheri DOC and in what percentages?
Cabernet Sauvignon (0 - 100%)
Merlot (0 - 100%)
Cabernet Franc (0 - 100%)
Max. 50% Syrah
Max. 50% Sangiovese
What is the only true monopole DOC in all Italy?
Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC
What is the most important DOC of Abruzzo?
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo (85% Montepulciano grape)
Most important producer of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Emidio Pepe
Where in Italy is Taurasi DOCG located?
Campania
What is the red grape of Taurasi DOCG?
Aglianico
Where in Italy is Marsala DOC located?
Sicily
Where in Italy can Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio be found?
Sicily
What are the two main red grapes of Etna DOC?
Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio
What is the main grape for Etna bianco?
Carricante
What are the main DOC/Gs of Tuscany?
Chianti, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
Where is Marsala located?
Sicily
