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Name the regions of Central Italy |
Tuscany - Chianti, Southern Tuscany, The Coast Umbria Lazio Marche Abruzzo |
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Name the two grapes of the Marche region |
Verdicchio - white Montepulciano - red |
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Describe Verdicchio grape |
High acidity Green apples Lemons Fennel Simple and fruity, and the best develop notes of honey and almonds with bottle age |
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Southern Tuscany environment characteristics |
Lower altitudes Warmer climate Cool maritime breezes to moderate |
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
100% Sangiovese 5 years ageing, including 2 years in oak Rossi di Montalcino if declassified |
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Vino nobile di Montepulciano DOCG |
Can be a Sangiovese blend 2 years ageing Rossi di Montepulciano if declassified |
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Super Tuscan wines |
Made from international grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah Bolgheri DOC Maromma Toscana DOC |
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The Coast of Tuscany environment |
Flat Sea breezes Black Bordeaux and international grapes |
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Name famous Abruzzo wine |
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC High tannins and colours Medium acidity Black plum and cherry |
