Sangiovese and Montepulciano Flashcards
1
Q
chianti grape
A
Sangiovese
2
Q
sangiovese characteristics
A
high tannin
high acidity
red fruit
red cherry
red plum
dried herbs
often blended with other varieties
oaked
3
Q
labeling classico
A
grapes grown in the historic centre of a region, in the hilliest part of the region, more concentrated in flavours
4
Q
labeling Riserva
A
DOC and DOCG wine that has been aged for at least a set number of months before release
5
Q
Montepulciano characteristic
A
medium acidity
high tannin
black fruit
blended or single
typically for early drinking
6
Q
Montepulciano region
A
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC