Tuscany Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 2 denominations of Chianti?
A
Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
2
Q
How many DOCG sub-zones are in Chianti?
A
7
3
Q
What are the top exporting wine countries?
A
Spain Italy France Chile Australia
4
Q
Who owns Nozzole?
A
Follonari family
5
Q
What is the land like in Tuscany?
A
Mountains in the north
Hills in the south
Flat coastal plain
6
Q
What is the most arid zone in Tuscany?
A
Montalcino
7
Q
How long does Rosso do Montalcino have to age?
A
Minimum 1 year
8
Q
How long does Brunello have to age?
A
4 years
2 in barrel
9
Q
What is the predominant grape in Sardinia?
A
Carignano
10
Q
Who owns Tenuta la Fuga?
A
Folonari Family
11
Q
What is the flagship vineyard of Tenuta Sette Ponti?
A
Oreno
12
Q
Where is Sassicaia?
A
Bolgheri (within Maremma)
13
Q
Who began Sassicaia?
A
Mario Icisa Della Rochetta
