The Monteregio di Massa Marittima DOC is an appellation in the province of Grosseto, in Tuscany. It was recognised by the decree of 3 October 1994. It has about 21 hectares, with an output of 490 hectolitres.
Whites and reds
The Bianco comes from at least 50% Tuscan Trebbiano and Vermentino, alone or together. Vermentino and Viognier on the label need at least 90% of the variety. The Rosso and the Rosato come from at least 50% Sangiovese; Sangiovese, also as a rosé, and Syrah need at least 85%. The Rosso and the Sangiovese can also be made as Novello and Riserva.
The Riserva and the Vin Santo
The Riserva ages at least two years, including six months in barrel and three in bottle, and is released from 1 January of the third year after the harvest. The Vin Santo, from at least 50% Trebbiano and Vermentino, stays in barrel about two years. The Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice, from at least 50% Sangiovese, stays about 30 months. The Vin Santo Riserva stays in barrel about 42 months. The minimum alcohol is 11%.
