Orvieto DOC

Orvieto DOC is a renowned Italian white wine appellation that spans the regions of Umbria and Lazio, taking its name from the historic hill town of Orvieto, which sits at the heart of the production zone. The most prestigious wines fall under the Orvieto Classico designation, reserved for wines made from grapes grown in the historic core of the region, where the terroir is particularly suited to white grape cultivation.

The wines are typically blends dominated by Grechetto and Trebbiano (Procanico), but the DOC regulations also allow for the inclusion of other white varieties such as Malvasia, Verdello, and Drupeggio. Orvieto DOC wines are known for their freshness, floral and fruity aromas, and versatility.

Orvieto is produced in a range of styles to suit different palates: Secco (dry), Amabile (medium sweet), and Abboccato (semi-dry). The sweetness level depends on the residual sugar, which is managed by halting fermentation at specific stages - a decision influenced by the vintage’s grape quality and ripeness. In exceptional years, the grapes have naturally higher sugar levels, contributing to richer, more expressive wines.

Elegant and approachable, Orvieto DOC and Orvieto Classico wines are ideal as aperitifs, with light starters, or with traditional Umbrian cuisine, offering a true taste of central Italy’s winemaking heritage.