DOC · since 2004
Grottino di Roccanova
Wine · PDO · 3 municipalities
Established in 2004 in Basilicata, the Grottino di Roccanova DOC is defined by a mandatory cave-ageing process that distinguishes it from neighboring appellations. While the standard red wine requires a minimum of 60% Sangiovese, the defining identity of the denomination belongs to its Rosso Riserva. This specific category requires 36 months of compulsory ageing 'in grotta' (in a cave) starting from November 1 of the harvest year. This cave-maturation process, which directly gives the denomination its name, is restricted to three municipalities: Castronuovo di Sant'Andrea, Roccanova, and Sant'Arcangelo, where there are currently zero verified producers.
Sangiovese 60%1 yrs ageing12% vol min80 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
Producers0 verified
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- typical, characteristic, dry
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Grottino di Roccanova produced?
- Grottino di Roccanova is produced in 3 municipalities in Basilicata, Italy: Castronuovo di Sant'Andrea, Roccanova, Sant'Arcangelo.
- What grape is Grottino di Roccanova made from?
- Grottino di Roccanova is made from Sangiovese (min 60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (min 5%), Malvasia Nera di Basilicata (min 5%), Montepulciano (min 5%), altri vitigni a bacca nera non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione in Basilicata.
- How long must Grottino di Roccanova age?
- Grottino di Roccanova must age at least 9 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Grottino di Roccanova?
- The minimum alcohol content of Grottino di Roccanova is 12% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.