Trentino

Question 1

Where is Trentino located

Answer 1

South of Alto Adige

Question 2

What types of location are the grapes planted in Trentino

Answer 2

Both sides of the valley on the slopes and the valley floor.

The valley is wider here than further North.

Question 3

Describe the climate in Trentino

Answer 3

Dry summers, low rainfall during the growing season.

Mountains to the west side protect the region from the cooling influences of Lake Garda.

Question 4

What are the main white grape varieties in Trentino.

Answer 4

Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio

Question 5

In Trentino what is the difference between white grapes grown on the valley floor and the slopes

Answer 5

Valley floor wines tend to be medium acidity and medium bodied with ripe stone fruit flavours.

The higher altitude wines are more akin to the whites from Alto Adige.

Question 6

What are the two most planted red grapes in Trentino and which locations are they grown in

Answer 6

Merlot and Teroldego (Te-role-day-go)

Mid-slopes and valley floor