Vernaccia di Serrapetrona DOCG
Synopsis
History: Established as a DOC in 1971; became a DOCG in 2004
Vineyard Area: 9 ha / 22 acres (2021)
Production: 580 hl / 6,400 cases (5-year average)
Principal Red Grape Varieties:
Styles and Wine Composition
SPARKLING WINES
- Spumante (RdSp, RdSpSw): Minimum 85% Vernaccia Nera + OARG
Significant Production Rules
- Maximum vineyard elevation: 700 m (2,300 ft)
- At least 40% of the grapes must be dried on or off the vine to achieve a minimum potential alcohol level of 13.0%
- Minimum alcohol level: 11.5%
- Residual sugar: Spumante can range from dry (secco) to dolce
- Aging: Minimum approx. 9 months (ERD = June 30, V+1)
Last Disciplinare Modification:
11/30/2011
