Piedmont Flashcards
When were the first DOCGs created?
- Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano and Barolo
Which mountain ranges cradle Piedmont on three sides?
The Apennines and the Alps
Which major river cuts through Piedmont?
The Po river
Name the lesser indigenous red grape varieties of Piedmont
Bracket to, Grignolino, Ruchè, Croatina, Vespolina and Freisa
What are the major white grape varieties planted in Piedmont?
Moscato Bianco (Muscat à Petits Grains), Cortese, Arneis, Erbaluce and Favorita (Vermentino)
How many DOCs are in Piedmont?
42
How many DOCGs are in Piedmont?
17
Which river do the regions of Barolo and Barbaresco sit along?
Tanaro River
Which communes are entirely located in Barolo?
Barolo, Castiglione Falleto and Serralunga d’Alba
Which communes are partially included in Barolo DOCG?
Monforte d’Alba, La Morra, Diano d’Alba, Novello, Verduno, Grinzane Cavour, Cherasco and Roddi
What are the 5 major communes of Barolo?
Barolo, La Morra, Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga d’Alba and Monforte d’Alba
What is the prominent component is the soil structure of Serralunga d’Alba?
Sandstone
What is the most prominent component of the soil structure in Barolo and La Morra?
Calcareous marl
How long must Barolo DOCG wine be aged for?
38 months from November 1 of the harvest year. 18 of those months must be in oak.
How long must Barolo Riserva DOCG be aged for?
62 months, including 18 months in wood
Which commune does the MGA Rocche dell’Annunziata reside in?
La Morra
Which commune does the MGA La Serra reside in?
La Morra
Which commune(s) does the MGA Brunate reside in?
La Morra and Barolo
Which commune does the MGA Cannubi reside in?
Barolo
Which commune does the MGA Ginestra reside in?
Monforte d’Alba