Orcia

"Orcia" is the Protected Designation of Origin that identifies wines of the following types: red, red Riserva, rosè, white, Sangiovese (also Riserva) and Vin santo

Grapes

The red wine "Orcia" and rosè are produced from grapes from vineyards composed, for at least 60%, of the vine Sangiovese. The same vine is also the reference base (minimum 90%) for the blend used to produce the Sangiovese type. For white wine, on the other hand, Trebbiano Toscano (minimum 50%) is used, as is for Vin santo, where it can be added to Malvasia Bianca Lunga (alone or together they must reach at least 50% of the total). In all types, for the remaining quotas, other similar grape varieties can be used, suitable for cultivation in Toscana.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

"Orcia" (12% vol.) and "Orcia Riserva" (12.5% vol.) are ruby red wines, characterized by a vinous and fruity aroma and by a dry, savory and harmonious taste. The white wine (11% vol.), on the other hand, has a straw-yellow aspect, sometimes with greenish reflections; the aroma is fine and fruity; the flavour is dry and harmonious. On the other hand, the shade of the Rosé (11% vol.) ranges from pale pink to cherry, combined with a fine, fruity aroma and a dry, harmonious and fresh flavour. In Sangiovese (12% vol.) and Sangiovese Riserva (12.5% vol.), the ruby red color tends to garnet with aging; the aroma is vinous, sometimes embellished with fruity notes of cherry and violet; the flavor is dry, full-bodied and harmonious. Finally, the Vin santo (16% vol.) has a straw-yellow to golden and intense amber hue; the aroma is ethereal and accompanied by a characteristic aroma; the flavour goes from dry to sweet and is harmonious, soft and velvety.

Grape production area

The production area coincides with a hilly area located in the southern part of the province of Siena, crossed by the river Orcia and characterized by a continental-Mediterranean climate.

Specificity and historical notes

The name "Orcia" shares the winemaking history of two of its illustrious "neighbours": Montepulciano and Montalcino. It has always been considered an area of choice for high quality wines.