Lombardia Flashcards
What is the predominant grape in Oltrepò Pavese sparkling wine?
Pinot Nero
Valgella, Inferno, Grumello, Sassella, and Maroggia are sub-zones of what appellation?
Valtellina Superiore DOCG
What is the minimum percentage of Nebbiolo in Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
90%
What is the name of the smallest DOCG in Italy?
Moscato di Scanzo DOCG
Describe the topography of Lombardia
Almost half is plains
Divided into 4 bands:
Alps, prealps and hills, Padana plain, Apennine foothills
Contains Lake Garda (biggest in Italy)
List the top 4 grapes in Lombardia
Croatina
Pinot Nero
Chardonnay
Barbera
What is Saten?
A brut style of Blanc de Blancs Franciacorta made with lower pressure
What is Nebbiolo called in Valtellina?
Chiavennasca
What still wine DOC covers the same geographic area as Franciacorta?
Curtefranca DOC
What are the four major lakes of Lombardia?
Iseo, Garda, Como and Maggiore
What is the name of the largest subzone of Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Valgella
What style of wine is Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG?
Nebbiolo-based wine made via the appassimento process
Which lake is Lugana DOC located on?
Lake Garda
Define “Chiaretto”.
A term for rosato style used in specific appellations around Lake Garda
Term is used in Lombardia and Veneto.
What are the two principal grape varieties of Buttafuoco DOC?
Croatina and Barbera