Marsala Flashcards
1
Q
Location of Marsala?
A
This DOC For white fortified wine is produced and located in Sicily
2
Q
What can be added to a natural wine to sweeten it?
A
- Slowly heated unfermented grape juice ( Cotto )
- Mixture of sweet wine and grape alcohol ( Sifone )
3
Q
Name Marsala styles?
A
- Marsala Superiore
- Marsala Superiore Riserva
- Marsala Vergine or Solera
- Stravecchio or Riserva
4
Q
Explain Marsala Superiore?
A
Dry or Sweet
Aged for 2 years
5
Q
Explain Marsala Superiore Riserva?
A
Aged for 4 years in wood
6
Q
Explain Marsala Vergine or Solera?
A
Dry or Very-Dry
Aged for 5 years
No sweetening is permited
7
Q
Explain Stravechio or Riserva?
A
Aged for 10 years in wood