Terre Aquilane
Wine · PGI · 108 municipalities
Recognized since 2009, the Terre Aquilane PGI encompasses 108 municipalities in Abruzzo, such as Acciano and Alfedena. This denomination differentiates itself from neighboring areas by enforcing a strict division in its grape-labeling rules: twenty specific grape varieties are permitted for single-varietal labeling—including Chardonnay, Riesling, and Cabernet Sauvignon—whereas the traditional regional mainstays Trebbiano and Montepulciano are explicitly excluded from varietal designation, reserved solely for generic blends. For these single-variety bottlings, regulations require a minimum alcohol content of 11.5% vol and limit maximum yields to 17 tons per hectare, establishing a precise identity distinct from standard regional offerings.
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- harmonious, characteristic
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Terre Aquilane produced?
- Terre Aquilane is produced in 108 municipalities in Abruzzo, Italy: Acciano, Aielli, Alfedena, Anversa degli Abruzzi and more.
- What grape is Terre Aquilane made from?
- Terre Aquilane is made from Trebbiano, Malvasia (min 85%), Pecorino (min 85%), Passerina (min 85%), Cococciola (min 85%), Chardonnay (min 85%), Sangiovese (min 85%), Merlot (min 85%), Cabernet Sauvignon (min 85%), Primitivo (min 85%).
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Terre Aquilane?
- The minimum alcohol content of Terre Aquilane is 11% vol.
- What does IGT mean?
- IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) identifies wines typical of a broader geographic area, with more flexible rules than DOC/DOCG.