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Tuscany Flashcards

1
Q

Why would you implement Governo?

A

When the refermentation with the juice of dried grapes happens it strengthens the wine and initiates Malo

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2
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Describe what these grapes may add to Sangiovese when they are blended in

Cabernet and Colorino
Canaiolo

A

Cabernet and Colorino and power

Canaiolo softens

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3
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What are the seven sub zones of Chianti

A 
Classico
Rufina
Colli Fiorentini
Colli Senesi
Colline Pisance
Colli Aretini
Montalbano
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4
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First vintage of Sassicaia

A

1968

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5
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Name the three most common red grapes in Tuscany

A

Sangio, Nebbiolo, Aglianico

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6
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Max cabernet allowed in Chianti DOCG?

A

15%

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7
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What is Italy’s most planted white grape

A

Trebbiano Tuscano

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8
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What is unique about the Pomino DOC

A

Appellation for red and white wines that allows for a higher percentage of int. grape varieties than Chianti DOCG

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9
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Min % of sangio in Chianti DOCG

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Must be between 70-100%, although Colli Senesi has a min of 75%

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10
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What DOC is within Rufina?

A

Pomino DOC

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11
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Who trailblazer the super tuscan movement?

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Marquis Mario Rocchetta- Released the first commercial vintage of Sassicaia in 1968

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12
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Who was Marquis Mario Rocchetta nephew?

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Pierro Antinori

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13
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What is a fiasco?

A

Straw squat bottles used in chianti

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14
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Min % of sangio in the Colli Sense DOCG

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75%

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15
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What grapes may be added to Brunello di Montalcino DOCG?

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Must be 100% Sangio

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16
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Who dominates the Rufina subzone

A

The Frescobaldi Firm

17
Q

In what year was Chianti upgraded to DOCG?

A

1984

18
Q

Describe the climate in Tuscany

A

Dry maritime climate with harsh winters and long hot summers

19
Q

What is Governo?

A

Refermentation with the juice of dried grapes

20
Q

What is the pricinple red grape in Carmignano DOCG?

A

Sangio

21
Q

What is the pricinple red grape in Morellino di Scansano DOCG?

A

Sangio

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