Q & A

What is a “Consorzio”?

It is an Italian word for a group or organization (derived from the latin “Consortium”) focused on regulation. It is mainly made up of wine growers.  The Consorzio Chianti Classico, the most renowned Italian Consorzio, has played a significant role in promoting and safeguarding the Chianti Classico wines (rules and Read more…

By @oray_wine, ago

What is a “Consejo Regulator”?

Its translation from Spanish is “Regulating Council”. The network of Consejos Reguladores, which represent every single D.O. and DOCa, is in charge of regulating the local wine production (yields, authorized grapes, accepted practices, area under vines, authorized plantings…) It includes merchants, winemakers, and growers of vines who collectively decide on the specific Read more…

By @oray_wine, ago