Italy-Piedmont Flashcards
In which year was introduced the the DOC system in Italy, and for which purpose?
1963- to formalize and protect the Italian wine appellations.
In which year was introduced the DOCG system in Italy?
1963- a more prestigious and higher quality designation designed to represent the best Italian wine.
What exactly represent the DOC & DOCG systems?
1.maximum yields
2.approved varietals
3.viticultural practices
4.geographical boundaries
5.Min or Max ABV levels
6.Min ageing requirements
How long DOC regions must wait before apply for DOCG status?
5 years
In which year was approved the 77th DOCG in Italy?
2023 (Canelli)
How is the IGP known in Italy?
IGT=Indicazione Geografica Tipica
How is exactly translate Piedmont?
The foot of the Mountain
What are the provinces of Piedmont with the most grape-growing?
Asti, Alessandria & Cuneo.
within this 3 provinces Monferrato & Langhe hills are full of vineyards.
List the climate of Piedmont, and what is the role of the Alps?
Continental climate.
Alps provide rain shadow effect
What are the soils in Piedmont?
Calcareous marl
sandstone
clay
What is the issue in Autumn in Piedmont?
Autumn hail
What does ‘Sori’ means for the Langhe & Monferrato hills in a local dialect?
Southern exposure
Name the major trio of the Piedmontese red grapes?
Nebbiolo
Dolcetto
Barbera
Which is the earliest red grape to ripen in Piedmont?
Dolcetto (the little sweet one)
Describe Dolcetto?
Fruity wines, with moderate tannins moderate acid for youthful consumption.
Which red grape is the most planted in Piedmont?
Barbera.
With high acid and low in tannins.
List the other lesser known black indigenous red grapes of Piedmont? (6)
Brachetto
Grignolino
Ruche
Croatina
Vespolina
Freisa
Which is the most planted white grape in Piedmont, and for which style of wine is used?
Moscato Bianco- used for the sparkling wine of Asti.
List the other white grapes of Piedmont? (4)
Cortese
Arneis
Erbaluce
Favorita (Vermentino)
Is non-traditional grapes allowed in Piedmont?
Yes, for less-specific DOCs
How many DOCs & DOCGs are in Piedmont?
19 DOCGs
41 DOCs
How is the River called located along Barolo and Barbaresco communes?
Tanaro River
What is the difference between Barolo & Barbaresco wines?
Barolo: Typically more powerful and long lived.
Barbaresco: generally slightly softer styles
What are the typical aromas/flavors found in Barolo & Barbaresco wines?
tar
truffle
rose petals
dried fruits.
With moderate color concentration and orange-tinged even in youth.
