Italy - General Flashcards

1
Q

What is the name of the Italian wine appellation system?

A

Denominazione di Origine Controllata

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2
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When was the DOC system introduced in Italy?

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1963

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3
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What is the highest quality level in Italy?

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Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita

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4
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When was the DOCG system introduced in Italy?

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1963

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5
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When were the first DOCG wines awarded?

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1980

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6
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What were the first DOCG areas?

A

Brunello di Montalcino

Barolo

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

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7
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What is a key difference between DOCG and AOC requirements?

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DOCG wines (and many DOC wines) have an aging requirement

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8
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What is Goria’s Law?

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A 1992 Italian law that established the IGT wine designation

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9
Q

What does IGT stand for?

A

Indicazione Geografica Tipica

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10
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When was the first IGT wine introduced?

A

1994

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11
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How many years must a DOC wine wait before applying for DOCG status?

A

5 years

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12
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What is the most recent DOCG and when was it established?

A

Terre Alfieri, 2020

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13
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What are the levels of Italian wine classifications (from best to worst)?

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Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita

Denominazione di Origine

Indicazione Geografica Tipica

Vino

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14
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What was the Vino wine classification in Italy formerly called?

A

Vino da Tavola

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