Collection: Montenetto di Brescia IGP
"Montenetto di Brescia" IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) is a classification for wine produced in the Brescia area in the Lombardy region of Northern Italy. The requirements for this classification include:
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Grape variety: The wines must be made from at least 85% Barbera grapes and may contain up to 15% of other authorized grape varieties.
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Geography: The wine must be produced in the specific area around Montenetto in the province of Brescia.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced using traditional techniques and rules specific to the area.
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Alcohol content: The wine's alcohol content must be between 11.5% and 14%.
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Aging: The wine must mature for at least six months before it is released for sale.
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Taste and colour: The wine must have a dark red color and a complex taste with notes of red fruits, spices and a balance between sweetness and bitterness.
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Analytical requirements: A number of analytical requirements about the composition of the wine must be met, including density, acidity, alcohol content and other factors.
These requirements are designed to ensure that the Montenetto di Brescia IGP wines have the quality, characteristics and character typical of the area and to protect the area's unique identity and reputation as a wine producer.