Lombardia Flashcards
What is Nebbiolo called in Valtellina?
Chiavennasca
What still wine DOC covers the same geographic area as Franciacorta?
Curtefranca DOC
What is the minimum lees aging required for vintage Franciacorta?
30 months
What is the minimum percentage of Nebbiolo in Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
90%
Which river runs through Valtellina?
Adda
What is the name of the largest subzone of Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Valgella
Grumello is a subzone of what appellation?
Valtellina Superiore DOCG
Define “Chiaretto”.
A term for rosato style used in specific appellations around Lake Garda
What are the four major lakes of Lombardia?
Iseo, Garda, Como and Maggiore
What is the name of the DOC that uses Lambrusco in Lombardia?
Lambrusco Mantovano DOC
Which lake is Lugana DOC located on?
Lake Garda
Franciacorta is located just South of which lake?
Lake Iseo
What is the predominant grape in Oltrepò Pavese sparkling wine?
Pinot Nero
What grape is known as Bonarda in Oltrepò Pavese?
Croatina
What is the name of the most recent subzone of Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Maroggia