Castel del Monte
Wine · PDO · 11 municipalities
Castel del Monte, a Puglian DOC recognized in 1973, distinguishes itself from neighboring appellations through its highly complex design of ten distinct named tipologie. This classification spans from sparkling Bombino Bianco to still reds and rosés. The production zone encompasses eleven municipalities, entirely covering Minervino Murge and extending into the Binetto exclave. For its red wines, the disciplinare limits yields to 13.0 tons per hectare, utilizing Nero di Troia, Aglianico, and Montepulciano. While adjacent territories focus on narrow portfolios, this appellation codifies a diverse varietal matrix, including dedicated Riserva designations for Aglianico and Cabernet requiring twenty-four months of aging.
The facts
- Colour
- from ruby red to garnet
- Taste
- from dry to off-dry, harmonious
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castel del Monte produced?
- Castel del Monte is produced in 11 municipalities in Puglia, Italy: Andria, Binetto, Bitonto, Canosa di Puglia and more.
- What grape is Castel del Monte made from?
- Castel del Monte is made from Nero di Troia e/o Aglianico e/o Montepulciano (Rosso, ciascuno anche fino al 100%) (min 65%), altri vitigni a bacca nera non aromatici idonei alla Murgia Centrale (Puglia).
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Castel del Monte?
- The minimum alcohol content of Castel del Monte is 11.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.