WSET 3 - Piemonte Flashcards
What is the topology of Barolo & Barbaresco?
S slopes
What is the grape used in Barolo & Barbaresco?
Nebbiolo
What are the flavours of Barolo?
Sour Cherry
Herbs
What are the flavours of aged Barolo?
Truffle
tar
leather
What are the flavours of barbaresco?
fruity, pepper
What is the texture of good Barolo?
FB
What 3 traits does Nebbiolo have?
HA
HT
Minimal colour
How long does Barolo DOCG need aged for?
3 years, 18 mo oak
How long does Barbaresco DOCG need aged for?
2 years, 9 mo oak
What indicates a cru quality Barbaresco DOCG on the label?
Vineyard name
What is the main grape in Barbera D’Asti DOCG?
Barbera
What are the flavours in Barbera D’Asti DOCG?
Cherry
Plum
Black pepper
What are the flavours in Dolcetto D’Alba DOCG?
Plum, cherry, dry herb
What are the factors in Gavi?
Hill
Sea Breeze
What is the white grape in Gavi?
Cortese