Northern Italy

Question 1

What does Valle D’Aosta rank last in among Italian Wine Regions?

Answer 1

Size, population, and volume of wine produced.

Question 2

How many DOCs in Valle D’Aosta? Name them all.

Answer 2

Only 1, Valle D’Aosta, but 7 subzones:
Arnad-Montjovet
Blanc de Morgex et de la Salle
Chambave
Donnas
Enfer D’Arvier
Nus
Torette

Question 3

What kinds of wine can be made as Valle D’Aosta DOC?

Answer 3

red, white, rosé, sparkling, blends & varietal wines, & late harvest wines.

Question 4

What is the climate of the Valle D’Aosta?

Answer 4

True continental with short hot summers and long cold winters. High elevation.

Question 5

What are the primary red grapes of Valle D’Aosta?

Answer 5

Petit Rouge, Picotendro, Gamay, Pinot, Merlot.

Question 6

What is a synonym for Nebbiolo in Valle D’Aosta?

Answer 6

Picotendro.

Question 7

What are the primary white grapes of Valle D’Aosta?

Answer 7

Blanc de Margex
Muller-Thurgau
Pinot Grigio
Chardonnay
Petite Arvine
Moscato