Val d’Arno di Sopra o Valdarno di Sopra

The protected designation of origin "Val d'Arno di Sopra" or "Valdarno di Sopra" identifies white wines (also quality sparkling wine), red, rosè wines (also quality sparkling wine), Passito, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sangiovese, Syrah, Sauvignon. The use of the sub-areas Pietraviva and Pratomagno is also permitted, with the indications contained in the specification.

Grapes

The main vines for the production of Valdarno di Sopra wines vary according to the type. For white wines, Chardonnay (from 40 to 80%), Malvasia bianca lunga (from 0 to 30%) and Trebbiano Toscano (from 0 to 20%) are required. For red and rosé wines, on the other hand, Merlot (from 40 to 80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (from 0 to 35%) and Syrah (from 0 to 35%) are required. On the other hand, for the passito, Malvasia Bianca Lunga (from 40 to 80%) and Chardonnay (from 0 to 30%) must be used. In the case of a specific grape variety, a minimum quota of 85% is reserved for it. For all types, for the remaining percentage, other similarly colored berry varieties suitable for cultivation in Toscana may be used.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

The white (11.50% vol.) is straw yellow in colour, with a fine, delicate aroma and a dry, harmonious flavour. The red type (12% vol.) is characterized by a more or less intense ruby red colour, a fine, fruity aroma and a dry, full, harmonious taste. Finally, the rosé (11.50% vol.) is pink coloured from soft to intense, combined with a fine, delicate, fruity aroma and a dry, harmonious and delicate taste. The parameters may vary depending on the vine and the type of wine: for a more precise characterization see the information contained in the product specification.

Grape production area

The production area includes the eastern and western slopes of the Arno Valley, between the plain of Arezzo and the Colli Fiorentini.

Specificity and historical notes

The winemaking tradition in the area between Arezzo and Florence dates back to the first century B.C. by the "Naturalis Historia" of Pliny the Elder.