Differenze fra D.O.C. e D.O.C.G.

The article distinguishes Denominazione di Origine Controllata from Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita. DOC identifies a delimited origin and requires compliance with an approved production code and physicochemical and sensory analysis. DOCG adds stricter controls, including tasting by a commission, and is reserved for denominations with an established DOC history and recognized qualitative, historical and reputational importance.

Barbaresco DOCG is particularly important to Pelissero. Its system permits further geographic definition through Menzioni Geografiche Aggiuntive, the named areas that include the estate’s Tre Stelle, Marcarini, Basarin and San Stefanetto sites.