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Central and Southern Italy 9/11/20 Flashcards

1
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When was Sassicaia first released commercially

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1968 - released in 1971

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What are the 11 DOCG’s of Tuscany

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Brunello di Montalcino, Carmignano, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Elba Aleatico Passito, Montecucco Sangiovese, Morellino di Scansano, Suvereto, Val di Cornia, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

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Which DOC region in Chianti Rufina permits higher percentage of International grapes and varietal bottlings

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Pomino DOC

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What is the varietal composition permitted in Chianti

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70-100% Sangiovese, Max 30% other grapes, Max 10% White grapes, Max 15% combined Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc

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Which Chianti subzone has a different varietal composition than the rest

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Colli Senesi 75 - 100% Sangiovese, No white grapes, max 25% others, max 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc

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Which soil type in Chianti classico is considered better for Sangiovese

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Galestro

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Which classification of Chianti Classico is limited to only estate fruit

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Gran Selezione

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Which DOC is applicable to younger wines of Brunello with an early release

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Rosso di Montalcino DOC - 1 year ageing

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What is the minimum alcohol and max yield permitted in Brunello di Montalcino

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12.5% alc 8 tons/ha, Bordeaux bottle and cork stoppers only permitted

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What grape variety and style of wine is produced in Moscadello di Montalcino

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Min 85% Moscato Bianco. White still, sparkling and late harvest wines produced

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What are the single vineyard wines of Rosso di Montalcino DOC designated as

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Vigna, max yields reduced to 8 tons/ha

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What are the varietals needed for Val di Cornia DOCG reds

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Min 40% Sangiovese, Max 60% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, Max 20% others

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What are the minimum alcohol and ageing needed for Val di Cornia DOCG reds

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Rosso: 12.5%, 6 months ageing. Riserva - 13%, 2 years ageing, 18 months in oak, 6 in bottle

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What kind of wines are permitted in Suvereto DOCG

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Rosso blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, max 15% others Varietal reds with Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon at min 85% of the grape mentioned on the label.

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Which were the first few 100% Sangiovese Super Tuscans

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San Felice-Vigorello, Montvertine - Le Pergole Torte, Isole e Olena-Ceparello

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What is the name given to Trebbiano Toscano in Umbria (Orvieto)

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Procanico

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Within which other DOC zone does Lago di Corbara DOC of Umbria lies

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Orvieto DOC

18
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What is the minimum ageing required for Sagrantino di Montefalco

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37 months minimum, at least 12 in wood and 4 in bottle

19
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What are the DOCG’s of Umbria

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Sagrantino di Montefalco, Torgiano Rosso Riserva DOCG

20
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What are the climatic differences in Verdicchio from Metalica and Castelli di Jesi

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Castelli di Jesi is on adriatic coast with maritime influence from sea, fuller and rounder wines. Metalica is inland and higher altitude, sharper and focused wines

21
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Which DOC zone surrounds Conero

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Rosso Piceno DOC

22
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What are the DOCG’s of Abruzzo

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Montepulciano d’Abruzzo - Colline Terramane, Terre Tollesi/Tullum

23
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What kind of wines are produced in Terre Tollesi

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White wines in varietal styles from Pecorino and Passerina grapes. Red wines based on min 95% Montepulciano. Sparkling wines from min 60% Chardonnay

24
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What kind of wines are produced in Cesanese del Piglio DOCG

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Cesanese based spicy, peppery red wines

25
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What kind of wines are produced in Tintilia di Molise DOC

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Rose and red wines based on Tintilia grape Known for its full bodied spicy reds

26
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Name the Super Tuscans - Castello di Ama

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L’ Apparita - 100% Merlot

27
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Name the Super Tuscans - Avignonesi

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Grifi 50-60% Sangiovese, 40-50% CS; Desiderio 85% Merlot, 15% CS

28
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Name the Super Tuscans - Fontodi

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Flaccianello della Pieve 100% Sangiovese

29
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Which are the white wine DOCG’s of Campania

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Greco di Tufo, Fiano d’Avellino

30
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Which DOCG of Campania is allowed to make Metodo Clasico Sparkling wines

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Greco di Tufo Min 85% Greco, Max 15% Coda di Volpe, 36 months ageing

31
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Which white grape is blended with Falanghina in Costa d’Amalfi and Campi Flagrei DOC

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Biancolella; provides a mellower and lusher profile to the blend

32
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Which DOCG of Puglia (and Italy) is exclusively dedicated to rose wines

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Castel del Monte Bombino Nero DOCG. Min 90% Bombino Nero grape used for these rose wines

33
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What is the difference in Castel del Mote Rosso Riserva and Castel del Monte Nero d’Troia Riserva DOCG

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Rosso Riserva DOCG stipulated minimum 65% Nero d’Troia grape, while Nero d’Troia Riserva needs min 90% of the grape.

34
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How much min alcohol and min RS required for Primitivo di Manduria Dolce Naturale DOCG

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Min 16% alc (13% actual), grapes may be dried.Min 50 g/l RS

35
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Which local white grape from Valle d’Itria makes standout white wines in Puglia

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Verdeca grape

36
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Which 2 DOC’s of sicily use mainly Nerello Mascalese for their red wines

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Etna DOC, Faro DOC

37
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Which IGT is used for producing dry white wines on Lipari Island

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Salina IGT

38
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What are the DOCG’s on the island of Sardinia

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Vermentino di Gallura DOCG (only 1)

39
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What is the common issue encountered with Cannonau di Sardinia wine bottles

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Premature Oxidation

40
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What are - Classico, Oliena, Capo Ferrato and Jerzu

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Subzones of Cannonau di Sardinia

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