Sommelier

Category - Italy

What is the minimum percentage of Barbera needed in a wine for it to qualify for Barbera DOCG status?
  1. 85%
  2. 75%
  3. 90%
  4. 100%
Explanation
Answer: A - 85% is the minimum percentage of Barbera needed in a wine to qualify it as DOCG status. Two areas that make Barbera were elevated to DOCG status in 2008, and their wines must contain at least 85% Barbera to qualify for the highest classification in Italy.
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