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Piemonte / Alba / Dolcetto-based Appellations of Langhe Hills Flashcards

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What is Piemonte’s third most important grape?

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Dolcetto (Nebbiolo is first; Barbera is second)

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Why is Dolcetto valued by locals and growers?

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early ripening and easy-drinking

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Does Dolcetto need a long maturation in oak?

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no

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What are the 3 Dolcetto-based appellations in Alba?

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Dogliani DOCG
Dolcetto di Diano DOCG
Dolcetto d’Alba DOC

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Why is Dolcetto described as the first step of the Langhe wine ladder?

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  • Dolcetto ripens first (before Barbera and Nebbiolo)
  • first wine released
  • earliest to mature
  • first wine served during traditional mult-course Albese meals
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Where is Dogliani village located?

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  • middle of western Langhe

- right bank of Tanaro River

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Which grape is associated with Dogliani DOCG?

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Dolcetto

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What was the previous name of Dogliani DOCG?

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Dolcetto di Dogliani DOCG

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Where is the Dogliani DOCG zone of production?

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  • south of Barolo appellation in SW of Langhe
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Which rivers runs through Dogliani DOCG?

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Tanaro River

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Where are the Dogliani DOCG vineyards planted?

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both banks of Tanaro River

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Which areas does Dogliani DOCG form a link between?

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  • northern Lower Langhe (Bassa Langa - where Barolo/Barbaresco are located)
  • southern Higher Langhe (Alta Langa - known more for hazelnut trees and sheep pastures than vines)
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Which area in Dogliani DOCG is best for Dolcetto?

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southern portion close to Ligurian Apennines and Maritime Alps; cooler temperatures better for Dolcetto

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What is Dogliani DOCG made from?

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100% Dolcetto

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How does Superiore Dogliani DOCG differ?

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lower yields, higher alcohol, minimum 1 year ageing

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What is the profile of Dogliani DOCG?

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  • deep ruby with purple highlights
  • floral and black fruit
  • medium acidity and tannins
  • pleasant bitter finish
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Which Dolcetto appellation is the most prestigious?

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Dogliani DOCG

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Where is Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba DOCG located?

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south of Alba and east of Barolo DOCG

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What is Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba wines made from?

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100% Dolcetto

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Why could the village and consorzio recognize cru sites?

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long-standing Dolcetto tradition; grown in area for centuries

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What is another name for cru sites?

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How many cru sites have been historically recognized in Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba?

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When were Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba’s cru sites recognized?

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1980s (became model for Barolo and Barbaresco)

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What recognition were the Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba cru sites given in 2010

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became official MGAs

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How do Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba DOCG wines differ from Dogliani DOCG wines?
- more fragrant and fruity | - slightly less structured and lower alcohol
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What are the requirements for the Superiore Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba DOCG?
higher alcohol and minimum 10 months ageing
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What is the best known Dolcetto appellation?
Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
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Why does Dolcetto d'Alba have many styles?
large production and many producers
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What styles of wine does Dolcetto d'Alba DOC produce?
- light and fruity wines | - full-bodied and structured (many Barolo and Barbaresco producers also make Dolcetto d'Alba)
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Where is Dolcetto d'Alba DOC located?
- encompasses entire Lower Langhe - right bank of Tanaro River - includes Barolo and Barbaresco areas; and land between them - extends east to Belbo River Valley and south to Cortemilia town
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Where is Dolcetto planted in Dolcetto d'Alba DOC?
marginal (cooler and higher) sites where Nebbiolo and Barbera don't ripen well
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What soils are vineyards planted on in Dolcetto d'Alba DOC?
typical Lower Langhe soils; layers of calcareous marls, sandstone and sand
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Which two areas in Dolcetto d'Alba DOC are well-known for their wines?
- combined area of Barolo and Barbaresco (more structured Dolcettos) - area east of Alba towards Belbo Valley (more elegant, lighter Dolcettos)
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What is Dolcetto d'Alba DOC made from?
100% Dolcetto
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What are the requirements for Superiore Dolcetto d'Alba DOC?
higher alcohol and minimum one year ageing

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