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Vigna

Italian term (also vigneto) for vineyard. However, it is also used for subzone, single vineyard, vineyard parcel or vineyard. Some wineries also use Vigna or Vigneto in front of their estate name (see Azienda vinicola). Vigna corresponds to the French Grand Cru. In Italy, this is used for wines from hilly vineyards. This is indicated on the label with Vigna and vineyard designation. Compared to the normal DOC/DOCG regulations, there are usually even stricter requirements (higher alcohol content, lower yield, etc.). Only those vineyards that are officially recognised may be named. Other designations for areas of outstanding quality are Bricco, Colli, Ronco, Serra and Sori. See also under vineyard area.

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