Lombardy Flashcards
What is the capital of Lombardy?
Milan
What is the most important DOCG in Lombardy?
Franciacorta DOCG
What is the only style of wine allowed in Franciacorta DOCG?
Sparkling
What sparkling wine method is used to make Franciacorta DOCG wines?
Méthode traditionelle
What are the allowed grapes in Franciacorta DOCG?
Chardonnay
Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir)
Pinot Bianco
What is the primary grape used in Oltrepò Pavese Metodo Classico DOCG?
Pinot Nero
What is Lombardy’s most important zone for red wines?
Valtellina
What is the primary grape used in Valtellina Superiore DOCG?
Nebbiolo
What is the primary grape used in Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG?
Nebbiolo
What is Nebbiolo known as in Valtellina?
Chiavennasca
What town does Moscato di Scanzo DOCG surround?
Bergamo