Appellation system

7 important questions on Appellation system

What is the appellation system for Australia?

GI = Geographical Indications

What are the characteristics of the tables wines?

  • They are at the bottom of the quality scale
  • Often cheaper and do not benefit from a geographical indication except the name of the country
  • The rules are lighter
  • Possible to bland wines from different regions or even countries
  • No obligations to use a specific grapes
  • The yields can be high (up to 150 hectoliters per hectare)

What are the characteristics f the PGI?

  • The rules are more flexible that for the PDOs
  • The wines can be produced form a big area within a specific country
  • Limited number of grapes
  • Yields can also be higher (Max 90 hectoliters per hectare)
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What are the characteristics of the PDO?

  • The best wines will carry a PDO
  • Rules are strict
  • Small number of grape varieties
  • Limited surface area
  • Yields average of 60 hectoliters per hectare
  • For appellations, like Barolo, the wine must be aged in oak

What are the 2 levels within the Italian PDO system?

  1. DOC
  2. DOCG --> best appellation (E.g. Chianti classico and Barolo)

What is the main positive aspect of the Grand Cru classification?

Guaranty the quality of the wine

Why is the Grand Cru located in the middle of the slop?

  1. Better position for the sun = better photosynthesis, so the grapes will be richer
  2. We have more limestone and the sole is deeper, so is richer that the one down the valley that is rich in "alluvials"
  3. Sole are well drained in case of rain, need a bit of hydric stress
  4. Better protection against wind

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