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Orvieto is named
for the town of Orvieto, founded by the Etruscans and later inhabited by the
Romans. The hills surrounding the town have been famous for centuries for
the great quality grapes they grow and the exquisite white wine they
produce.
Grapes: From a minimum of 40% Grechetto grapes and a maximum of 60% of Procanico and other authorized grapes.
Vinification: the must is immediately separated from the skins and
grape stalks, then allowed to slowly ferment in temperature controlled
tanks.
Finishing: the wine is stored in a cool cellar, 10-13°C (50-55°F),
until it is bottled, usually before the following summer.
Color: straw yellow with green highlights.
Bouquet: fruity, complex.
Flavor: can be dry (without residual sugar) or abboccato
(off-dry with a slight residual of 9-12 grams/liter). In both cases it is
soft and lively with hints of berries.
Alcohol: 12% by volume.
Serving Temperature: 10- 12°C, 50-54°F.
Gastronomy: as an aperitif, with hors d'oeuvres and grilled or fried
fish.
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