Northern Italy - Valle d'Aosta Flashcards

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What is the geography in Valle d’Aosta like?

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  • mountainous
  • landlocked
  • high elevation
  • nestled in the northern alps
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What is the least populous region in italy?

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Valle d’Aosta

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What is the climate like in Valle d’Aosta?

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Continental
- long, cold winters
- short, hot summers

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How does valle d’Aosta rank among the other winegrowing regions in italy?

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ranks last out of 20 regions in volume of production

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What are the DOC/DOCG zones in valle d’aosta

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there is only one DOC zone which is Valle d’Aosta DOCG

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T/F
Valle d’Aosta wines may be labeled varietally?

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True

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What are the main white varieties in Valle d’Aosta?

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  • Blanc de Morgex
  • Müller-Thurgau
  • Pinot Grigio
  • Chardonnay
  • Petite Arvine
  • Moscato
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What are the main red varieties in Valle d’Aosta?

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  • Petit Rouge
  • Picotendro (Nebbiolo)
  • Gamay
  • Merlot
  • Pinot Noir
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