Flashcards in Piemonte Deck (19)
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Where is Piemonte and what is its climate
Piemonte is in the northwest corner of Italy.
Climate is Moderate and Continental.
Long cold winters and thunderstorms, hail and fog in the summer
Mountains to the North provide a rain shadow, protecting the region from Northern winds and precipitation.
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What are the primary black grapes in Piemonte
Nebbiolo
Barbera (most planted)
Dolcetto
3
What is the English meaning of Piemonte
In English, Piemonte means ‘at the foot of the mountains’
4
What are the primary white grapes grown in Piemonte
Cortese and Moscato
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What are the 2 major rivers that flow through Piemonte
1. Po River
2.Tanaro River
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What is the name of the lake in North Piemonte that provides some moderating temperature influences
Lake Maggiore (maj-orr- ray)
7
What is the height range in the Piemonte foothills
150 - 600m
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What are the names of the 2 most prestigious appellations in the Piemonte region and where are they located
Barolo and Barbaresco
Located South of Turin around the towns of Asti and Alba
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What shape is the Barolo wine region and what is the height range of the steep South facing slopes
Horseshoe
300 - 500m
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What black grape must Barolo DOCG be produced from
Nebbiolo
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What are the dryness, acidity, tannin, body and flavours of Nebbiolo
Dry
High Acidity
High Tannin
Medium to full body
Red fruit, cherry, plum
Dried herbs
Sometimes floral (rose & violet)
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What is the name of the range of hills that Barolo and Barbaresco are situated in
Langhe
13
Is Barolo aged in oak and how long must it be aged for
Yes, either new or old, large or small barrels
Three years, including 18 months in oak
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What is the height range of of the South facing slopes where the vineyards are situated in Barbaresco
200 - 400 metres
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How long must Barbaresco be aged for
Two years including 9 months in oak
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What are the main differences between Barolo and Barbaresco
Barolo’s vineyards sit at a higher elevation
Barbaresco lies closer to the river Tanaro which provides influence
In Barbaresco the grapes ripen quicker, it’s fruitier and less perfumed
17
In Piemonte, where is Gavi and what is the main white grape grown there
South Eastern Piemonte
The Cortese grape
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Why are the Cortese vines grown in the hills, and what influence does his impart
Altitude and sea breezes result in long, slow ripening
This emphasises it’s natural high acidity and floral character
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