Valle D’Aosta Flashcards

1
Q

What is the principal component of wines in Torrette?

A

Petit Rouge

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2
Q

Which statement is false?
1. Valle d’Aosta grows mostly white varieties
2. Valley d’Aosta wines tend to be light and acidic
3. Valle d’Aosta wines must be aged 5mths prior to release
4. Valle d’Aosta whites have no aging requirements

A

1.

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3
Q

What is another term for passito wines?

A

Flerti

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4
Q

Pergolas are designed to:

A

Expose grapes to max sunlight

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5
Q

Which statement is false:
1. Donnas was first DOC
2. Valle d’Aosta has 7 DOCs
3. Valle d’Aosta has one DOC
4. No IGP wine is made

A

2.

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6
Q

The white wines of Chambave are made from?

A

Moscato Bianco

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7
Q

Which river bisects the region?

A

The Dora Baltea

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8
Q

Which variety is not native to Valle d’Aosta?

A

Petite Arvine

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9
Q

What language do they speak?

A

French

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10
Q

How much of the region is mountainous?

A

60%

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