Orvieto

About the wine

Orvieto is one of Italy’s most historic white wine appellations, centered around the dramatic volcanic tuff cliffs of its namesake city in southwestern Umbria. The DOC encompasses a diverse landscape extending into the province of Viterbo, with the 'Classico' sub-zone representing the most traditional, historic heartland. The wines are primarily based on a blend of Trebbiano Toscano (locally known as Procanico) and Grechetto, which together must constitute at least 60% of the blend. Historically famous for its 'abboccato' (off-dry) style, modern Orvieto is widely produced as a crisp, dry, and elegant white, though the appellation also permits specialized, high-quality styles including 'Superiore', 'Vendemmia Tardiva' (late harvest), and the rare, botrytis-affected 'Muffa Nobile'. The wines are characterized by a pale straw color, delicate floral and fruity aromas, and a signature subtle, slightly bitter finish that reflects the volcanic terroir.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone is located in the hilly landscape of southwestern Umbria and northern Lazio. It includes the communes of Orvieto, Allerona, Alviano, Baschi, Castel Giorgio, Castel Viscardo, Ficulle, Guardea, Montecchio, Fabro, Montegabbione, Monteleone d’Orvieto, and Porano in the province of Terni, along with Castiglione in Teverina, Civitella D’Agliano, Graffignano, Lubriano, and Bagnoregio in the province of Viterbo.