Marche Flashcards

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WHat’s the most famous white grape of Marche?

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Verdicchio. Interesting young and aged. The Royalty of the Marche!
Marked by white pepper, Anise seed, lanolin… tangerine peel, with age.
“The Chenin of Italy”

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What are the reds of the Marche?

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What are two best regions for Verdicchio in the Marche

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Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi

Verdicchio dei di Matelica

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HJow long is a Riserva Verdicchio aged before release?

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18 mos.

Experiences a huge flip in aromatics in the summer after harvest, so important to wait after that occurs.

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