General Flashcards
1
Q
What is the overall climate of Northern Italy?
A
Moderate climate with dry, short summers
2
Q
What are the natural factors affecting Northern Italy vineyards?
A
The Alps, rivers such as Po, glacial lakes like Lake Garda and the sea for coastal areas.
3
Q
What is the common planting density and training methods in Northern Italy?
A
High density and VSP. Traditionally it was low density and pergola.
4
Q
Which region within Northern Italy only have DOC and DOCG, i.e. doesn’t have IGT wines?
A
Piemonte
5
Q
Which Northern Italy region’s white wine production represents more than 75% total production?
A
Friuli
6
Q
Which regions can grapes behind Pinot Grigio della Venezie DOC come from?
A
Trentino, Friuli and Veneto
