Chapter 26 - Introduction to Italy

Question 1

What is the Italian term for PDO?

Answer 1

DOP - Denominazione di Origine Protetta

Question 2

What traditional terms are widely seen on Italian wine labels?

Answer 2

1) DOC - Denominazione di Origine Controllata

2) DOCG - Denominazioe di Origine Controllaa e Garantita

Question 3

What is the Italian term for PGI?

Answer 3

IGP - Indicazione Geografica Protetta or the traditional term IGT- Indicazione Geografica Tipica

Question 4

What does the term Classico on Italian labels represent?

Answer 4

It acknowledges wines that have been made soley from the original classified land and includes many of the best wines from the area.

Question 5

What does the term Riserva on Italian labels represent?

Answer 5

This term acknowledges wines with both higher alcohol levels and longer ageing than the minimums stipulated by the appellation laws.