The term literally means "jug", but in oenology, the word also refers to the upper plot or vineyard on a mountain. Abbreviated as "bric".
Did you know?
That Italy in 2011 was the worlds largest wine producer?
Umbria is called ”cuore verde d'Italia” (The green hearts of Italy). The beautiful, green hills that characterize the region’s landscape are on par with Tuscany’s beauty. The same is true of the talent for wine production.
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