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Vernaccia di Serrapetrona DOCG

Region: Marche

Synopsis

Region:

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

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