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What are Italy’s major wine regions?

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  • Valle d’Aosta
  • Piedmont
  • Lombardy
  • Trentino-Alto Adige
  • Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
  • Veneto
  • Emilia-Romagna
  • Liguria
  • Marche
  • Abruzzo
  • Tuscany
  • Umbria
  • Molise
  • Latium
  • Puglia
  • Campania
  • Basilicata
  • Sardinia
  • Calabria
  • Sicily
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Who produced wine in Italy before the rise of the Romans?

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Etruscans and Greek settlers

They developed the ancient world’s most extensive wine culture.

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By which century does evidence indicate that vines were widely planted across the Italian peninsular “boot”?

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3rd century

There was special concentration in areas close to Rome.

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What contributes to the astonishing array of wines Italy offers today?

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Innumerable indigenous varieties that have been protected by proud local wine cultures

They are also popularized worldwide in tandem with the country’s famous cuisine.

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How many regions is Italy made of?

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Twenty.

Very independent regions.

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What large expanse do Italy’s 20 wine regions cover?

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From the snowcapped northern Alpine regions — bordering Austria and Switzerland — down to a latitude that is actually south of the northern edge of the African continent.

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What seas lie on the west, south, and east of the Italian peninsula?

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  • Tyrrhenian and Ligurian Seas (west)
  • Ionian Sea (south)
  • Adriatic Sea (east)
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What geographical feature runs down the center of the Italian peninsula?

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The Apennine Mountains.

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Which countries border the northern Alpine regions of Italy?

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Austria and Switzerland.

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What impact do the Apennine Mountains have on Italian viticulture?

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They diversify the altitudes for vine planting and separate regions in a way that has historically protected the distinctiveness of regional varieties and wine styles.

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Fill in the blank: The peninsula of Italy lies between the _______ and Ligurian seas on the west.

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Tyrrhenian

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True or False: The Apennine Mountains contribute to the distinctiveness of regional varieties and wine styles in Italy.

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True

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What is the climate range in Italy?

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Spans from cool, continental in the north to warm Mediterranean in the south

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What is notable about the topography/aspect of Italy?

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Italy is capped in the north by the Alps and defined lengthwise by the spine of the Apennine Mountains

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What mountain range caps Italy in the north?

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Alps

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What geographical feature defines Italy lengthwise?

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Apennine Mountains

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How many registered grape varieties are there in Italy?

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1,300 registered grape varieties

Hundreds of these are indigenous to Italy.

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What is the remarkable total of registered vineyards in Italy?

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900,000 registered vineyards

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How are Italian wines without geographic indication labeled?

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Vino

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What kinds of wine are labeled as Vino in Italy?

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These are generic wines that can be blanco, rosso or rosato and labeled with or without a vintage

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What is the least restrictive Italian designation with geographic indication?

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IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta)

Includes IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica)

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What is the most restrictive Italian designation?

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DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta)

Includes DOC and DOCG

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What is notable about Italian wines with geographic indication?

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A producer may choose which term to use depending on one’s classification within the “old” system, meaning producers in a traditional DOCG zone most likely will not use the DOP acronym.

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What does DOC stand for in the context of Italian wine?

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Denominazione di Origine Controllata

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In what year was the DOC system introduced in Italy?
1963
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What is the primary purpose of the DOC system in Italy?
To formalize and protect Italian wine appellations
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What are the Italian wine classifications from top to bottom?
* DOCG (Denominazione de Origine Controllata e Garantita) * DOC (Denominazione di Origine) * IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) * Vino
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What does Classico mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
A traditional, theoretically superior vineyard area within a DOC or DOCG
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What does Riserva mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Means “reserve” and is legally defined. This term usually indicates extended ageing (in cask, then bottle) and can denote lower yields and higher alcohol depending on the appellation.
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What does Superiore mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Denotes higher level of alcohol or longer aging depending on the appellation
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What does Spumante mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Sparkling
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What does Frizzante mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Lightly sparkling
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What does Metodo Classico mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Traditional method for making sparkling wines
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What does Secco mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Dry
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What does Amabile mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Off-dry
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What does Dolce mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Sweet
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What does Recioto/Passito mean in the context of Italian Label Terminology?
Wine made from dried grapes that is often sweet
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What are the sections of Northern Italy?
* Valle d'Aosta * Piedmont * Lombardy * Trentino-Alto Adige * Veneto * Friuli-Venezia-Giulia * Emilia-Romagna * Liguria
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Where is Piedmont located?
Northwestern Italy, bordering France and Switzerland
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What does the word 'Piedmont' mean in French?
'Foot of the mountain'
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Which mountain ranges cradle the Piedmont region in Italy?
* The Alps to the north and west * The Apennines to the south and east
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What is Italy's most important river?
* The verdant Po River ## Footnote This river begins in Piedmont.
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The Po River begins in _______.
Piedmont
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What type of climate does Piedmont, Northern Italy have?
Continental ## Footnote A rain shadow effect from the Alps protecting the wine region
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What influences the climate in Piedmont, Northern Italy?
A rain shadow effect from the Alps protects the wine region
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What is the topography of Piedmont, Northern Italy?
Mountains and rolling foothills ## Footnote This varied topography influences vineyard placement and microclimates.
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What types of soil are found in Piedmont, Northern Italy?
Limestone and sandstone
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What are the white grape varieties grown in Piedmont, Northern Italy?
* Moscato * Cortese * Arneis
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What are the red grape varieties grown in Piedmont, Northern Italy?
* Nebbiolo * Barbera * Dolcetto * Brachetto
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What is 'nebbia' in the context of Piedmont's vineyards?
A pervasive fog that often settles over the vineyards near harvest time ## Footnote It is thought that this is how the Nebbiolo grape was named.
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What are the appellations of Piedmont, Northern Italy?
* Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG * Moscato d’Asti / Asti DOCG * Barbera d’Asti DOCG * Gavi DOCG * Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG
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What grape variety is used for Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG in Piedmont, Northern Italy?
100% Nebbiolo
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What is the primary aspect for optimal Nebbiolo viticulture in Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Hillsides with optimal exposure ## Footnote Proper exposure to sunlight is crucial for the ripening of Nebbiolo grapes.
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What type of wines are Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG, (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Dry red wines
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How are Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy) wines usually aged, and what does it depend on?
Long oak aging in large barrels or small barriques, depending on producer
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What is the aging requirement for Barolo DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
* 38 months total aging * Minimum of 18 months in oak
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What is the aging requirement for Barbaresco DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
* 26 months total aging * Minimum of 9 months in oak
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What is the grape variety used in Moscato d’Asti/Asti DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Moscato
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What type of wine is Moscato d’Asti (Piedmont, Northern Italy) known for?
Off-dry, frizzante sparkling wines
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What is the vinification style of Asti DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
* White * Spumante * Metodo classico
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What grape variety is used in Barbera d’Asti DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Barbera
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What type of wines does Barbera d’Asti DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy) produce?
Dry red wines
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What grape variety is used in Gavi DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Cortese ## Footnote White grape variety
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What is the vinification style of Gavi DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Dry white wines ## Footnote Made with the Cortese grape
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What grape variety is used in Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy)?
Brachetto ## Footnote Red grape variety
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What type of wines does Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG (Piedmont, Northern Italy) produce?
Sweet, sparkling red wines ## Footnote Made with the Brachetto grape
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Where is Lombardy located?
Northeast of Milan in the foothills of the Alps near lakes Como, Iseo, and Garda ## Footnote Northern Italy
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What is the climate of Lombardy, Northern Italy?
Cool continental
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What is the topography of Lombardy, Northern Italy?
Mountainous and rolling foothills
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What are the white grape varieties found in Lombardy, Northern Italy?
* Chardonnay * Pinot Bianco
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What are the red grape varieties found in Lombardy, Northern Italy?
* Pinot Nero * Nebbiolo
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What are the appellations of Lombardy, Northern Italy?
* Franciacorta DOCG * Valtellina Superiore DOCG
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What is the appellation of Lombardy (Northern Italy) that is known for Metodo classico sparkling wines?
Franciacorta DOCG
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Which grape varieties are used for white wines in Franciacorta DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy)?
* Chardonnay * Pinot Bianco
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What grape varieties are used for red wines in Franciacorta DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy)?
* Pinot Nero
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What style of wine does Franciacorta DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy) produce?
Metodo classico sparkling wines only
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What is the climate characteristic of Valtellina Superiore DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy)?
High altitude and alpine ## Footnote Abundant sunshine allows for a long, slow growing season.
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What allows for a long, slow growing season in Valtellina Superiore DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy)?
Abundant sunshine
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What is the primary grape variety used in Valtellina Superiore DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy)?
Nebbiolo
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How are red wines from Valtellina Superiore DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy) typically aged?
Oak-aged ## Footnote Made from the Nebbiolo grape
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What type of wines does Valtellina Superiore DOCG (Lombardy, Northern Italy) produce?
Dry red wines ## Footnote Made from the Nebbiolo grape
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Where is Trentino-Alto Adige located?
On the Alpine border of Austria and Switzerland ## Footnote Northern Italy
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What are the two distinct cultures in Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy?
Germanic to the north and Italian to the south ## Footnote Two nearly autonomous regions
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What type of climate does Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy have?
Continental with cold winters and surprisingly warm summers
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What is the topography of Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy?
Mountainous and rolling foothills
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What are the white grape varieties grown in Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy?
* Pinot Grigio * Sauvignon Blanc * Pinot Bianco
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What are the red grape varieties grown in Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy?
* Merlot * Lagrein
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What are the appellations of Trentino-Alto Adige, Northern Italy?
* Trentino DOC * Alto Adige (Südtiroler) DOC
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Where is Veneto located?
Northeastern Italy in the foothills of the Alps extending eastward to the border of the Adriatic Sea
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What type of climate does Veneto, Northern Italy have?
Continental with a warmer maritime climate near the coast
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What are the appellations of Veneto, Northern Italy?
* Soave DOC * Prosecco DOC * Valpolicella DOC * Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
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What is the primarily grape variety in Soave DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Garganega ## Footnote White grape variety
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What type of wines are produced in Soave DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Dry white wines ## Footnote Made from the Garganega grape
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What is the superior sub-zone of Soave DOC?
Soave Superiore DOCG
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What is the primary grape variety used for Prosecco DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Glera
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What vinification method is used in Prosecco DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Charmat/tank method for sparkling wines
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What is the superior sub-zone for Prosecco DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG
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What are the grape varieties in Valpolicella DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
* Corvina (dominant) * Rondinella ## Footnote Red grapes
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What type of wines are produced in Valpolicella DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Dry red wines ## Footnote From the Corvina and Rondinella grapes
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What is the name of the superior sub-zone in Valpolicella DOC (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Valpolicella Classico DOC
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What are the grape varietes used in Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
* Corvina (dominant) * Rondinella
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What type of wine is Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy)?
Red ## Footnote Made with Corvina and Rondinella grapes.
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How is Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy) made?
Using the appassimento process
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What is the appassimento process in wine production in the context of Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy)
* Grapes are harvested and dried for several weeks * As the fruit dries it develops unique flavor characteristics * Wine is fermented to dry or off-dry * A high alcohol wine is produced (generally 14 –16% ABV)
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What is the typical alcohol content of Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy) wine?
14 – 16% ABV
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What are the two main flavor profiles of Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG (Veneto, Northern Italy) wine?
Dry or off-dry
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Where is Friuli-Venezia-Giulia located?
Northeastern Italy, extending eastward to the border with Slovenia
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What type of climate does Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Northern Italy have?
Continental
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What are the white grape varieties commonly found in Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Northern Italy?
* Pinot Grigio * Sauvignon Blanc * Friulano
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What is the most widely-planted red grape variety in Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Northern Italy?
Merlot
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What is the typical vinification style in Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Northern Italy?
Mostly unoaked whites and reds
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Where is Emilia-Romagna located?
A large region extending from the heart of north-central Italy eastward to the coast of the Adriatic Sea
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What type of climate does Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy have?
Continental
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What is the topography of Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy like?
Broad, vast plains with intensive agriculture and viticulture
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What nickname is given to Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy due to its agricultural output?
The breadbasket of Italy
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What is the primary appellation in Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy?
Lambrusco DOC
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What is the grape variety used for Lambrusco DOC (Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy)?
Lambrusco ## Footnote Red grape variety
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What type of wine is Lambrusco DOC (Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy)?
Red sparkling wine (frizzante or spumante) ## Footnote Made with the Lambrusco grape
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What vinification method is used for Lambrusco DOC (Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy)?
Charmat/tank method
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What are the styles of sparkling wines from Lambrusco DOC (Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy)?
* Secco (dry) * Amabile (off-dry)
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What is Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy known for besides wine?
Italian foods such as Parmigiano-Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and Balsamic vinegar
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What are the sections of Central Italy?
* Tuscany * Marche * Abruzzo * Umbria * Latium
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What geographical area does Tuscany extend from?
From the Ligurian Sea in the west to the foothills of the Apennine Mountains in the east ## Footnote Central Italy
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What is the climate of Tuscany, Central Italy?
Maritime-influenced on the coast and more continental inland
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What is the white grape variety in Tuscany, Central Italy?
Vernaccia
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List the red grape varieties found in Tuscany, Central Italy.
* Sangiovese * Syrah * Cabernet Sauvignon * Merlot
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What are the appellations of Tuscany, Central Italy?
* Chianti DOCG * Chianti Classico DOCG * Brunello di Montalcino
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What is the minimum percentage of Sangiovese required in Chianti DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
70%
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What type of wines are produced in Chianti DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
Dry red wines only ## Footnote From the Sangiovese grape
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What distinguishes Chianti Classico DOCG from Chianti DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
* Smaller area * More stringent rules and aging requirements ## Footnote Chianti Classico DOCG is located in the heart of the Chianti region with stricter regulations.
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What is the minimum percentage of Sangiovese required in Chianti Classico DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
80%
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What type of soil is predominantly found in Chianti Classico DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
* Galestro (a soft marl-like soil) * Sandstone
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What type of wines are produced in Chianti Classico DOCG (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
Dry red wines only ## Footnote Made from the Sangiovese grape
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What is the geographical location of Brunello di Montalcino?
Slopes around the hill town of Montalcino ## Footnote Tuscany, Central Italy.
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What types of soils are found in Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
* Clay and marine sediments at lower elevation * Galestro at higher elevation
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What is the grape variety used for Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
100% Sangiovese Grosso (locally called Brunello) ## Footnote Sangiovese Grosso is a clone of the Sangiovese grape, known for its quality in Tuscany.
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What type of wines does Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Central Italy) produce?
Dry red wines only ## Footnote Made from the Sangiovese Grosso grape
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What are the aging requirements for Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Central Italy) wines?
* Minimum of two years in wood plus four months in bottle * Wines cannot be sold before January 1st of the fifth year following the harvest. ## Footnote Time in oak and minimum aging requirements are stipulated by law.
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What types of oak barrels are used for aging Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Central Italy)?
Large Slavonian oak barrels or small barriques ## Footnote The choice of barrel type depends on the producer.
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Where is Marches located?
On the eastern coast of Italy along the Adriatic Sea and extending westward into the foothills of the Apennine Mountains ## Footnote Central Italy
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What type of climate does Marches, Central Italy have?
Mediterranean
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What is the primary grape variety in Marches, Central Italy?
Verdicchio ## Footnote White grape variety
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How are Verdicchio wines typically vinified in Marches, Central Italy?
* Dry * Unoaked ## Footnote White wines
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What are the appellations of Marches, Central Italy?
* Verdicchio di Matelica DOC * Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC
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What are the regions of Southern Italy?
* Molise * Puglia * Campania * Basilicata * Calabria * Sardinia * Sicily
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Where is Campania located?
Southern Italy, extending from the Mediterranean Sea into the mountains to the east, near Naples and the Amalfi Coast
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What type of climate does Campania, Southern Italy have?
Mediterranean, sunny and warm
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What is the topography of Campania, Southern Italy like?
A combination of relatively low-lying areas near the sea and very rugged terrain in the mostly volcanic mountains to the east
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What types of soil are found in Campania, Southern Italy?
* Alluvial sediments * Volcanic soils in the mountains to the east and on Mount Vesuvius
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What are the white grape varieties found in Campania, Southern Italy?
* Falanghina * Fiano * Greco
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What is the prominent red grape variety from Campania, Southern Italy?
Aglianico
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What are the appellations of Campania, Southern Italy?
* Fiano di Avellino DOCG * Greco di Tufo DOCG * Taurasi DOCG
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What is the grape variety for Fiano di Avellino DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy)?
Fiano ## Footnote White grape variety
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What type of wines does Fiano di Avellino DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy) produce?
Dry white wines ## Footnote Made from the Fiano grape
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What is the grape variety for Greco di Tufo DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy)?
Greco ## Footnote Greco is an ancient white grape variety originally planted by the Greeks.
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What type of wines does Greco di Tufo DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy) produce?
Dry white wines ## Footnote Made from the Greco grape
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What is the grape variety used for Taurasi DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy)?
Aglianico ## Footnote Red grape variety
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What type of wines does Taurasi DOCG (Campania, Southern Italy) produce?
Dry, oak-aged, age-worthy red wines ## Footnote Made from the Aglianico grape
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What are the aging requirements for Taurasi DOCG red wines (Campania, Southern Italy)?
Minimum of three years with one year in wood ## Footnote The law stipulates specific aging times for Taurasi wines.
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Where is Sicily located?
Island to the west of the mainland Italy in the Mediterranean Sea
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What type of climates does Sicily have?
* Overall Mediterranean climate, with important local variations * Maritime near the sea, hot inland becoming much cooler at higher elevations on Mt. Etna
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What is the climate like inland in Sicily?
Hot, but becoming much cooler at higher elevations on Mt. Etna
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What is the topography like in Sicily?
* Rolling hillsides near Mt. Etna and inland districts * Flatter areas near the coast
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What is the soil like on Sicily?
Notably varied across different areas; famously volcanic on and near the slopes of Mt. Etna
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What is the white grape variety found in Sicily?
Carricante
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What are the red grape varieties found in Sicily?
* Nero d’Avola * Nerello Mascalese
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What is the important appellation of Sicily?
Etna DOC
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What is the location/geography of the Etna DOC?
Eastern Sicily with the vines on the slopes of Mount Etna
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What type of soil is found in the Etna DOC, Sicily?
Well-drained volcanic soils
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What is the primary white grape variety used in Etna DOC, Sicily?
Carricante
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What is the primary red grape variety used in Etna DOC, Sicily?
Nerello Mascalese
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What types of wines are produced in Etna DOC, Sicily?
Dry white, red and rosé wines
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Where is Moscato primarily grown in Italy?
Moscato d’Asti / Asti DOCG ## Footnote Piedmont
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Where is Cortese primarily grown in Italy?
Gavi DOCG ## Footnote Piedmont
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Where is Arneis primarily grown in Italy?
Piedmont
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Where is Nebbiolo primarily grown in Italy?
* Piedmont -Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG * Lombardy -Valtellina Superiore DOCG
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Where is Barbera primarily grown in Italy?
Barbera d’Asti DOCG ## Footnote Piedmont
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Where is Dolcetto primarily grown in Italy?
Piedmont
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Where is Brachetto primarily grown in Italy?
Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG ## Footnote Piedmont
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Where is Chardonnay primarily grown in Italy?
Franciacorta DOCG ## Footnote Lombardy
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Where is Pinot Bianco primarily grown in Italy?
* Lombardy -Franciacorta DOCG * Trentino-Alto Adige
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Where is Pinot Nero primarily grown in Italy?
Franciacorta DOCG ## Footnote Lombardy
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Where is Pinot Grigio primarily grown in Italy?
* Trentino-Alto Adige * Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
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Where is Sauvignon Blanc primarily grown in Italy?
* Trentino-Alto Adige * Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
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Where is Merlot primarily grown in Italy?
* Trentino-Alto Adige * Friuli-Venezia-Giulia * Tuscany
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Where is Lagrein primarily grown in Italy?
Trentino-Alto Adige
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Where is Garganega primarily grown in Italy?
* Soave DOC * Soave Superiore DOCG ## Footnote Veneto
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Where is Corvina primarily grown in Italy?
* Valpolicella DOC * Valpolicella Classico DOC * Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG ## Footnote Veneto
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Where is Rondinella primarily grown in Italy?
* Valpolicella DOC * Valpolicella Classico DOC * Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG ## Footnote Veneto
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Where is Friulano primarily grown in Italy?
Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
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Where is Lambrusco primarily planted in Italy?
Lambrusco DOC ## Footnote Emilia-Romagna
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Where is Vernaccia primarily planted in Italy?
Tuscany
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Where is Sangiovese primarily planted in Italy?
* Chianti DOCG * Chianti Classico DOCG * Brunello di Montalcino (Sangiovese Grosso) ## Footnote Tuscany
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Where is Syrah primarily planted in Italy?
Tuscany
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Where is Cabernet Sauvignon primarily planted in Italy?
Tuscany
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Where is Verdicchio primarily planted in Italy?
* Verdicchio di Matelica DOC * Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC ## Footnote Marches
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Where is Falanghina primarily planted in Italy?
Campania
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Where is Fiano primarily planted in Italy?
Fiano di Avellino DOCG ## Footnote Campania
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Where is Greco primarily planted in Italy?
Greco di Tufo DOCG ## Footnote Campania
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Where is Aglianico primarily planted in Italy?
Taurasi DOCG ## Footnote Campania
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Where is Carricante primarily planted in Italy?
Etna DOC ## Footnote Sicily
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Where is Nero d'Avola primarily planted in Italy?
Sicily
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Where is Nerello Mascalese primarily planted in Italy?
Etna DOC ## Footnote Sicily
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Which Italian appellations have superior sub-zones, and what are they?
* Prosecco DOC/Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG * Valpolicella DOC/Valpolicella Classico DOC * Soave DOC/Soave Superiore DOCG

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