DOC · since 2011
Matera
Wine · PDO · 31 municipalities
Recognized since 2011, the Matera DOC covers 31 municipalities in Basilicata, including Aliano. The appellation differentiates itself through a unique red blending requirement: the standard Rosso must pair a minimum of 60% Sangiovese with at least 30% Primitivo, followed by 12 months of maturation. Unlike many southern Italian denominations, Matera mandates vintage year labeling exclusively for its still wines, such as the Moro and Greco types, while exempting passito and traditional-method spumante styles. These diverse outputs are all bound to a maximum vineyard yield of 10.0 tonnes per hectare, ensuring highly concentrated fruit.
Sangiovese 60%1 yrs ageing12% vol min100 q/ha maxsource ↗
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- harmonious, characteristic
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Matera produced?
- Matera is produced in 31 municipalities in Basilicata, Italy: Accettura, Aliano, Bernalda, Calciano and more.
- What grape is Matera made from?
- Matera is made from Sangiovese (min 60%), Primitivo (min 30%), altri vitigni a bacca nera non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione in Basilicata.
- How long must Matera age?
- Matera must age at least 12 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Matera?
- The minimum alcohol content of Matera 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.