Buttafuoco dell’Oltrepò Pavese / Buttafuoco DOC

Region: Lombardia

History: Formerly part of the Oltrepò Pavese DOC; established as a separate DOC in 2010
Vineyard Area: 64 ha / 158 acres (2013, V)
Production: 2,570 hl (total 2013/14, V); avg. 22,400 cases bottled annually
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Barbera, Croatina
Styles and Wine Composition: 

RED WINES

• Rosso (Rd, RdFr): 25–65% Barbera; 25–65% Croatina; maximum 45% Uva Rara and/or Vespolina

Significant Production Rules: 

• Minimum alcohol level: 11.5% for Rosso frizzante (12.0% potential); 12.0% for Rosso tranquillo
• Aging: Minimum approx. 6 months (ERD = April 30, V+1)