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What does the name ‘Piedmont’ mean?

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Foot of the mountain

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What is the percentage of land covered in mountains in Piedmont?

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43%

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What type of climate does Piedmont have?

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Continental

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Which river valley extends to the east of Piedmont?

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Po River valley

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What ancient tribe originally settled in Piedmont?

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Celtic tribes

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What was the capital city of the Taurini people?

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Taurasia

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Who destroyed Taurasia during their march in 218 BCE?

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Hannibal

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What was the Roman name for Turin?

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Augusta Taurinorum

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How many DOCGs does Piedmont have?

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19

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What percentage of Piedmont’s wine production is red wine?

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60%

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Which grape variety constitutes the largest percentage of Piedmont’s plantings?

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Barbera (31%)

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What is Nebbiolo believed to be named after?

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Nebbia (fog)

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What are the synonyms for Nebbiolo?

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Chiavennasca, Nebbiolo Lampia, Nebbiolo Michet, Nebbiolo Rosé, Picoutener/Picotendro, Spanna

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Which two wine regions in Piedmont are renowned for Nebbiolo wines?

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Barolo DOCG and Barbaresco DOCG

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What nickname is Barolo known by?

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The king of wines and the wine of kings

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What year was Barolo DOCG established?

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1966

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What is the minimum aging requirement for Barolo Riserva?

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62 months

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What type of soils primarily compose the Langhe region?

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Marine sedimentary soils

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What is the total vineyard area of Barolo DOCG as of 2019?

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1,980 hectares (4,900 acres)

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What are MGAs in relation to Barbaresco and Barolo?

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Additional geographical mentions

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How many MGAs does Barolo have?

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181

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What is the primary grape used in both Barolo and Barbaresco?

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Nebbiolo

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What is the common training method for Nebbiolo in Piedmont?

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Guyot training

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What significant practice did Elio Altare introduce in the 1980s?

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Using new French barriques for aging

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True or False: Barolo requires a minimum of 18 months in barrel.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _______ region is known for high-quality examples of red, white, sparkling, and sweet wines.
Piedmont
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What are MGAs in the context of Barolo and Barbaresco?
MGAs are officially designated geographical areas that allow for the identification of specific vineyard sites within Barolo and Barbaresco. ## Footnote The designation of MGAs was left up to individual communes, leading to inconsistencies in boundaries.
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What is required for a vineyard to use the vigna designation in Barolo and Barbaresco?
Yields must be lower and vineyards must be at least seven years old.
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What are some characteristics of classic Barolo and Barbaresco wines?
Firm structure, elevated tannins and acidity, complex flavors such as tart red fruit, tar, and roses.
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How does Barbaresco differ from Barolo in terms of wine characteristics?
Barbaresco can be slightly softer than Barolo due to its proximity to the Tanaro River and more fertile, sandier soils.
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What is the minimum altitude for Barolo vineyards?
170 meters (560 feet).
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What are the aging requirements for Roero's red wines?
20 months for Normale and 32 months for Riserva, including 6 months in barrel.
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What is the minimum percentage of Nebbiolo required in Roero red wines?
95% Nebbiolo.
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Which two DOCGs in Piedmont produce both red and white wine?
Roero DOCG and Terre Alfieri DOCG.
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What is the primary grape variety in Barbera-based denominations?
Barbera.
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How much of Piedmont's grape plantings does Barbera account for?
31% of plantings.
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What is the aging requirement for Barbera d’Asti DOCG?
4 months for Normale and 14 months for Superiore, including at least 6 months in oak.
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What distinguishes Nizza DOCG from other Barbera denominations?
Nizza requires 100% Barbera and has a prevalence of old vines of 50 years or more.
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Dogliani DOCG?
12 months.
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What is the primary grape used in Asti DOCG sparkling wines?
Moscato Bianco.
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What fermentation method is used for Asti spumante?
The Asti method, which involves a single fermentation phase.
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What is the alcohol requirement for Moscato d’Asti?
Between 4.5% and 6.5% ABV.
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Alta Langa DOCG wines?
30 months, or 36 months for the Riserva level.
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What grape varieties are primarily used in Alta Langa DOCG?
A minimum of 90% Pinot Nero and/or Chardonnay.
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What is the minimum percentage of Dolcetto required in Dolcetto d'Alba DOC?
100% Dolcetto.
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True or False: Barbera is characterized by its deep color, high acidity, and very low tannins.
True.
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Fill in the blank: Roero's vineyards are characterized by steep sandy cliffs known as _______.
le rocche.
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Dolcetto di Ovada DOC?
12 months for Normale wines, 20 months with a vigna designation, and 24 months for Riserva.
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Alta Langa wines?
30 months; 36 months for Riserva ## Footnote Alta Langa wines can be white or rosato and have varying dosage levels.
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How many communes can produce Alta Langa wines?
146 communes ## Footnote Only 180 hectares are currently planted for Alta Langa wines.
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What grape variety is Gavi based on?
Cortese ## Footnote Gavi must be 100% Cortese and can be still or sparkling.
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What are the characteristics of the Cortese grape?
Nonaromatic; very high in acidity ## Footnote Cortese is grown in a cool, rainy area close to the Ligurian coast.
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What are the best quality expressions of Gavi?
Gavi di Gavi; Gavi di Tassarolo ## Footnote These come from specific communes known for concentrated wines.
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What grape variety was saved from extinction thanks to Walter Massa?
Timorasso ## Footnote Timorasso is known for high acidity and rich, powerful body.
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What is the ancient Roman name for the town of Tortona?
Derthona ## Footnote The best examples of Timorasso are labeled Derthona.
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What is Nascetta also known as?
Anascetta; Nas-cëtta ## Footnote It is a semiaromatic grape with an herbal and saline character.
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What is the minimum percentage of Nascetta required for Langhe DOC wines?
85% Nascetta ## Footnote In the subzone Nascetta del Comune di Novello, wines must be 100% Nascetta.
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What are the key characteristics of Freisa?
Light in color; high in acidity and tannin; flavors of strawberries, roses, violets, and tobacco ## Footnote Freisa occupies about 2% of Piedmont’s vineyard area.
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What is the minimum grape percentage required for Freisa di Chieri DOC?
90% Freisa ## Footnote Freisa d’Asti DOC requires 100% Freisa.
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What is Ruchè primarily known for?
Aromatic red variety ## Footnote Most production is centered around Castagnole Monferrato.
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What is the minimum percentage of Ruchè required for Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG?
90% Ruchè ## Footnote The remaining balance can be from Barbera and/or Brachetto.
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What is Pelaverga Grosso used for?
Varietal wines and red blends ## Footnote It is found near Saluzzo and Chieri.
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What is the main white grape of Alto Piemonte?
Erbaluce ## Footnote It is high-acid and suitable for both sparkling and passito wines.
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What is the minimum aging requirement for Erbaluce di Caluso passito wines?
36 months; 48 months for Riserva ## Footnote Passito wines must have a minimum of 70 grams of residual sugar per liter.
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What are the two main regions for Spanna in Alto Piemonte?
Gattinara; Ghemme ## Footnote Gattinara has volcanic soils while Ghemme has alluvial soils.
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What is the aging requirement for Gattinara DOCG Normale wines?
35 months; 47 months for Riserva ## Footnote Normale wines require 24 months in barrel.
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What is the maximum percentage of Uva Rara allowed in Gattinara DOCG?
10% Uva Rara; 4% Vespolina ## Footnote The denomination requires a minimum of 90% Spanna.
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What is the primary feature of the soils in Ghemme DOCG?
Alluvial soils ## Footnote Ghemme is slightly cooler than Gattinara.

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