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VIGNO: Standards based on old vines: Points of comparison
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Raw material
Carignan 85% or more. Conditions regarding old vines and origin.
Farming methods
Dry-farmed, bush-trained.
Aging
Minimum 24 months. The type of vessel is not restricted to just one.
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FIELD NOTE 01
What should you control?
The current standards for VIGNO require at least 85% Carignan, vines over 30 years old, dry farming, bush training, and location in the Secano Interior of southern Maule. Any other varieties making up the remaining 15% must also meet the same conditions except for grape variety.
FIELD NOTE 02
24 months does not refer to the period in new casks
A minimum of 24 months aging is required, but various vessels such as large barrels, small barrels, cement, amphorae, and bottles can be used in combination. If you memorize only the number, you might misunderstand and think that all 24 months must be in new oak barrels. Read period and vessel separately.
FIELD NOTE 03
Relationship with the country's DO
VIGNO is a set of standards established by a producers’ group. The old vine, dry farming, and varietal restrictions do not apply to all wines from Maule DO. Be able to explain what the mark conveys in addition to a standard DO indication.
Does not qualify. Other requirements such as dry farming, bush vines, origin, maturation, etc. must also be met.
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Does using 85% Carignan from 30-year-old irrigated vineyards meet the VIGNO requirements?
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Does not qualify. Other requirements such as dry farming, bush vines, origin, maturation, etc. must also be met.
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These are the reference materials for the main text. For details of production regulations, consult the current documents. For individual wine specifications, refer to materials for the relevant vintage.
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