Lombardia Flashcards
Grumello is a subzone of what appellation?
Valtellina Superiore DOCG
Franciacorta is located just south of which lake?
Lake Iseo
What is the minimum percentage of Nebbiolo in Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
90%
What are the four major lakes of Lombardia?
Iseo, Garda, Como & Maggiore
What is the minimum lees ageing required for vintage Franciacorta?
30 months
What is “Satèn”?
A brut style of Blanc de Blancs made with lower pressure
Define “Chiaretto”
A term for rosato style used in specific appellations around Lake Garda
What is the moste widely planted grape in Lombardia?
Croatina
What style of wine is Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG?
Nebbiolo - based wine made via the appassimento process
What is Nebbiolo called in Valtellina?
Chiavennasca
What is the name of the most recent subzone of Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Maroggia
What grape is known as Bonarda in Oltrepò Pavese?
Croatina
What is the name of the DOC that uses Lambrusco in Lombardia?
Lambrusco Mantovano DOC
What still wine DOC covers the same geographic area as Franciacorta?
Curtefranca DOC
What is the name of the largest subzone of Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Valgella
What is the minimum lees ageing required for Franciacorta Rosé?
24 months
What is the predominant grape in Oltrepò Pavese sparkling wine?
Pinot Nero
What are the two principal grape varieties of Buttafuoco DOC?
Croatina and Barbera
Which river runs through Valtellina?
Adda
What is the name of the smallest DOCG in Italy?
Moscato di Scanzo DOCG
Which lake is Lugana DOC located on?
Lake Garda
What is the minimum percentage of Nebbiolo in Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
90%
