Trentodoc Flashcards
Who is credited with creating the first traditional method sparkling wine in Trentodoc?
Giulio Ferrari
Where is Trentodoc located?
In the northern region of Trentino
What are the main grapes used in the production of Trentodoc?
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
What are the typical tasting notes for Trentodoc wines?
- Ripe apple
- Autolytic notes
- medium alcohol
- medium (+) acid
- very good to outstanding in quality
What is the climate for Trentodoc?
Warm Continental climate with cooling moderating influences
How do the Alps affect Trentodoc?
- The alps protect Trentodoc from the colds winds from the north
- The mountains cause a large diurnal swing because there is a good amount of heat build up during the day, and then the cold air of the mountains rushes down at night
Describe the soils in Trentodoc
The soils in general are stony and well draining. They do become poorer in nutrients on steeper slopes.
What elevation are the vines in Trentodoc generally grown at?
400-700 meters above sea level
True or False,
Due to the shorter ripening of grapes in Trentodoc, the grapes there are generally harvested 2 weeks before the grapes in Franciacorta?
False!
The grapes being planted at higher elevations means that they take longer to ripen (while still maintaining there acidity), and actually are harvested 2 weeks after Franciacorta
What are the two types of vine training methods used in Trentodoc?
- Guyot on sloping vineyards
- Pergola on steeper, terraced vineyards
Name the two main diseases for Trentodoc
- Mildew
- Botrytis
How do winemakers/growers in Trentodoc determine the picking date?
By acidity (3.2 pH)
What are the yields limited to for Trentodoc?
105hL/ha (2774 gallons per 2.5 acres)
Is MLC encouraged in Trentodoc?
Yes, due to high acid levels (especially when compared to Franciacorta)
What is the minimum lees aging requirement for Trentodoc?
15 months (20 to 30 months is common thought)
