Emilia-Romagna Flashcards
What species of grape is Lambrusco?
vitis silvestris (wild vine)
What are the major geographical barriers of Emilia-Romagna?
The river Po in the north and the Apennines mountains in the south.
When was the Via Emilia (Via Aemilia) built and by who?
187 BC by the Romans (consul Marcus Aemilius Lepidus)
What is the structure of Riunite?
Consortium of co-ops
What is frizzante? Spumante?
Frizzante = semi-sparkling. Spumante = sparkling.
What is a amabile? Dolce?
Amabile = semi-sweet. Dolce = sweet.
Which three Lambrusco varieties have their own designated DOCs?
Sorbara, Grasparossa, Salamino
What was the first white DOCG in Italy? When was it established?
Albana di Romagna DOCG (Now Romagna Albana DOCG). est 1987.
What are the key red varietals of Emilia-Romagna?
Sangiovese, Bonarda, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon
What are the key white varietals of Emilia-Romagna?
Albana, Malvasia, Pignoletto, Trebbiano, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Which DOC foods are Emilia-Romagna most know for?
Parmigiano-Reggiano, Proscuitto di Parma, Aceto Balsamico
From what grape variety does Albana derive as an offspring? What are two other major varieties that derive from this parent variety?
Garganega. Malvasia & Trebbiano.
What is the most highly valued style of wine made from Albana?
Golden, sweet wines. Often passito.
Which provinces in Emilia-Romagna are mostly dedicated to the production of Lambrusco?
Modena and Reggio
How many sub-varieties are there of the Lambrusco grape?
Over sixty.
