DOC · since 2004
Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri
Wine · PDO · 3 municipalities
Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri DOC distinguishes itself in Basilicata by requiring a blend of at least 50% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon for its red wines. Confined to high-altitude vineyards up to 800 meters within Grumento Nova, Moliterno, and Viggiano, this denomination carries an ancient legacy; its historic Lagarina vina were praised by Pliny and Strabo for therapeutic virtues and sweetness. While standard red wines age for 12 months, the Riserva tier requires 24 months of aging, including at least 6 months in wood, reaching a minimum alcohol of 12.5% vol.
Merlot 50%1 yrs ageing12% vol min120 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red tending to garnet
- Taste
- harmonious, round, typical, characteristic
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri produced?
- Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri is produced in 3 municipalities in Basilicata, Italy: Grumento Nova, Moliterno, Viggiano.
- What grape is Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri made from?
- Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri is made from Merlot (min 50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (min 30%), altri vitigni a bacca nera idonei (Basilicata).
- How long must Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri age?
- Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri must age at least 12 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri?
- The minimum alcohol content of Terre dell'Alta Val d'Agri 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.