ITALY - Intro Flashcards
1
Q
Is Italy the biggest exporter of sparkling wine by value in the world?
A
NO. That is France. Italy is the largest export er of sparkling wines by volume
2
Q
What two sparkling production methods are used in Italy?
A
Tank method and sparkling method
3
Q
What proportion of Italian Sparkling wine is made using the tank method?
A
96% is tank method (Lambrusco and Prosseco)
4% is traditional method (Franciacorta and Trentodoc)
4
Q
Place these wines in ascending order of production volume
Prosecco DOC, Asti DOCG, Prosecco DOCG, Lambrusco DOC and IGT, Moscato d’Asti
A
Moscato d'Asti Asti DOCG Lambrusco DOC and IGT Prosecco DOCG Prosecco DOC