Italy - General Flashcards
What is the name of the Italian wine appellation system?
Denominazione di Origine Controllata
When was the DOC system introduced in Italy?
1963
What is the highest quality level in Italy?
Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
When was the DOCG system introduced in Italy?
1963
When were the first DOCG wines awarded?
1980
What were the first DOCG areas?
Brunello di Montalcino
Barolo
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
What is a key difference between DOCG and AOC requirements?
DOCG wines (and many DOC wines) have an aging requirement
What is Goria’s Law?
A 1992 Italian law that established the IGT wine designation
What does IGT stand for?
Indicazione Geografica Tipica
When was the first IGT wine introduced?
1994
How many years must a DOC wine wait before applying for DOCG status?
5 years
What is the most recent DOCG and when was it established?
Terre Alfieri, 2020
What are the levels of Italian wine classifications (from best to worst)?
Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
Denominazione di Origine
Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Vino
What was the Vino wine classification in Italy formerly called?
Vino da Tavola