Introduction to Italy Flashcards
What is the Italian term for PDO?
DOP - Denominazione di Origine Protetta
What is the top level of Italian wine?
DOCG - Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
What is the 2nd level of PDO in Italian wine?
DOC - Denominazione di Origine Controllata
What two terms are used in Italy for PGI level wines?
IGP or IGT - Indicazione Geografica Protetta or Indicazione Geographica Tipica, they are a recent addition
What does classico refer to in Italian wines?
Wines from an original smaller area of a region that has since been expanded. Often higher quality, hilly vineyards.
What does riserva typically refer to across italian wine?
Higher alcohol and longer ageing.
What are passito wines?
Wines that have been made from grapes dried on mats in the sun or ventilated rooms. Can be dry big reds such as Amarone or sweet dessert wines such as Recioto di Soave.
Which mountain range runs across the North of Italy?
The Alps
Which mountain range runs down the length of Italy?
The Apennines
Italian vineyards are often at risk from this type of precipitation especially in the North.
Hail
What are the two largest factors affecting vineyard climate in Italy?
Altitude and Proximity to the Mediteranean
What is the traditional overhead trellising system used in Italy?
Pergola
What is the term for bush trained vines found in Sicily and Puglia?
Alberello
What is the term for the traditional large oak casks used in Italy?
Botte
