DOC · since 1973
Torgiano
Wine · PDO · 1 municipality
Established in 1973, the Torgiano DOC is confined strictly to its namesake municipality in Umbria, making it a highly localized denomination. Its red wines require a minimum of 50% Sangiovese, resting in wood for at least 6 months to develop a dry, harmonious character of proper body. What sets this Umbrian appellation apart from neighboring designations is a strict labeling prohibition: the term 'riserva' and similar quality qualifiers are explicitly forbidden on all Torgiano DOC labels. From classic reds yielding a maximum of 12.0 tonnes per hectare to specialized passito styles, every bottle must express its tier solely through precise grape and production definitions.
Sangiovese 50%12% vol min120 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- dry, harmonious, medium-bodied
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Torgiano produced?
- Torgiano is produced in 1 municipality in Umbria, Italy: Torgiano.
- What grape is Torgiano made from?
- Torgiano is made from Sangiovese (min 50%), altri vitigni a bacca rossa non aromatici idonei Regione Umbria.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Torgiano?
- The minimum alcohol content of Torgiano is 12% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.