DOC, DOCG AND IGT WINES FROM THE PROVINCE OF PERUGIA UMBRIAN WINE MAP:
Assisi (DOC)
Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
A series of favourably exposed vineyards in low hill areas ranging from 180 to 550 metres above sea level, between Assisi and
Spello, as well as in the area around Perugia, where the following wines are produced:
Bianco, Grechetto, Rosso, Rosato, Novello.
Bettona (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
Cannara (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
Colli Altotiberini (DOC)
Ministerial decree 22/01/80 (G.U. no. 175 dated 27/06/80)
The low hills around Perugia, in an area crossed by the river Tiber, produce the following wines:
Bianco with Trebbiano Toscano vines, Malvasia del
Chianti with the addition of three other white grapes from the region, stands out for its straw-yellow colour, its pleasant dry and aromatic bouquet, and its minimal alcohol content of just 10.5%; Goes with:
fish.
Rosso and Rosato from Sangiovese, Merlot,
Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia del Chianti grapes (other red vines from the area can be used in substitution of the above listed); displays an intense, ruby colour and a winey, pleasant taste that verges on the dry, round note. Minimum alcohol content 11.5%. Good for drinking. The pale pink colouring of the rosé has a slightly fruity bouquet with dry, fresh and lively notes. Minimum alcohol content 11.5%;.
Good for drinking.
Colli Martani (DOC)
Ministerial decree 21/12/88 (G.U. no. 145 dated 23/06/89)
From a series of well-exposed wineries that spread over a number of Comuni in the province of Perugia, come the following wines: Trebbiano, Grechetto, Grechetto di Todi, Sangiovese.
Montefalco (DOC)
Ministerial decree 30/10/79 (G.U. no. 108 dated 19/04/80)
The Montefalco Bianco and Rosso wines take their name from the town of Montefalco, in the province of Perugia and are produced all around Montefalco, as well as in some of the neighbouring Comuni.
Spello (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
Torgiano (DOC) Ministerial decree 20/03/68 (G.U. no. 132 dated 25/10/68)
Torgiano Rosso Riserva (DOCG)
Ministerial decree 20/10/90 (G.U. no. 59 dated 11/03/91)
This wine of ancient notoriety has spread far beyond the confines of Umbria. It is prepared prevalently with Sangiovese and
Canaiolo grapes, blended with Trebbiano Toscano,
Ciliegiolo and Montepulciano (maximum 10%), all grown in vineyards adjacent to the Medieval ‘Turris Jani’, or Torgiano (Perugia). It distinguishing traits are a brilliant transparency in red and ruby colouring, coupled with a delicately dry, winey taste with a good body. Minimum alcohol content 12.5%;.
Aged at least 3 years. Good for roasts.
DOC, DOCG, IGT WINES FROM THE PROVINCE OF TERNI UMBRIAN WINE MAP:
Allerona (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
Colli Amerini (DOC) Ministerial decree 25/11/89 (G.U. no. 135 dated 12/06/90)
Comes from grapes grown in favourable conditions in the foothills of the Apennines around Terni and produces the following wines: Bianco, Rosso, Rosato, Novello, Malvasia.
Lago di Corbara (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
A number of reds known with the overall label of Lago di Corbara, come from vineyards that occupy most of the land around Baschi, part of the land around Corbara and Orvieto. This denomination is reserved for the following grapes: Rosso,Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,Pinot Nero.
Narni (IGT) Ministerial decree 18/11/95 (G.U. no. 284 dated 06/12/95)
Orvieto (DOC) Ministerial decree 07/08/71 (G.U. no. 219 dated 31/08/71)
This ancient wine, known in antiquity as a favourite among popes and princes, is still produced in all of the thirteen Comuni comprised under the administration of Terni, which include Orvieto itself and extend to five Comuni in the province of Viterbo. The Orvieto Bianco is obtained from a combination of Trebbiano Toscano, known locally as Procanico (40-60%), Verdello (15-25%), Grechetto, Canaiolo Bianco (known locally as Drupeggio), Malvasia Toscana (not above 20%). Other varieties of white grape can also be used, but not in proportions that exceed 15%. The straw yellow colouring of this wine gives way to a delicate bouquet that reveals an intense body, with a slightly bitter aftertaste. But Orvieto Bianco is developed in amabile, dry and delicate versions. Minimum alcohol level 11.5%. Suitable as a table wine of for after meals. The addition of Classico to the label indicates that the wine comes from the oldest production area. Superiore indicates that the wine has been launched on the market on March 1st after harvesting, with a minimum alcohol content of 12%.
Rosso Orvietano or Orvientano Rosso (DOC)
The term "Rosso Orvietano" or "Orvietano Rosso" is used to indicate wines that come from grapes grown within a specific area in the province of Terni, which comprises 14 Comuni, including that of Orvieto.
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