Controlled Designation of Origin · Umbria

Spoleto DOC

The Umbrian DOC of Trebbiano Spoletino, around Montefalco, Spoleto, Foligno and Trevi: white, Riserva, Spumante and Passito. DOC since 2011.

Spoleto: territory and history

The Spoleto DOC is an appellation in Umbria, in the province of Perugia. It was born in 2011. It has about 43 hectares, with an output of 1,200 hectolitres. The production rules were last updated in 2025.

Trebbiano Spoletino

It is an appellation built on a single variety: every wine is made from at least 85% Trebbiano Spoletino. The area covers the commune of Montefalco and parts of Campello sul Clitunno, Castel Ritaldi, Foligno, Spoleto and Trevi. Trebbiano Spoletino is also the main grape of the Bianco of the Montefalco DOC.

From the white to the Passito

Besides Trebbiano Spoletino, the rules provide for the Riserva, the Spumante and the Passito. The Riserva ages about 18 months, at least 3 of them in bottle, and is released from 1 May of the second year after the harvest. The minimum alcohol is 11%.

Spoleto DOC at a glance

Type
DOC — Controlled Designation of Origin
Region
Umbria
Recognised
2011
Grape varieties
Trebbiano
Styles
Trebbiano Spoletino, Riserva, Spumante, Passito
Minimum alcohol
11% vol
Vineyard area
43 ha
Production
1,200 hl
Production area
Provincia di Perugia

Spoleto: grape varieties

Spoleto: articles and tastings

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Spoleto: frequently asked questions

Which grape makes Spoleto DOC?
At least 85% Trebbiano Spoletino, in every style.
Which wines does the Spoleto DOC include?
Trebbiano Spoletino, the Riserva, the Spumante and the Passito.
How long does Spoleto Riserva age?
About 18 months, at least 3 of them in bottle. It is released from 1 May of the second year after the harvest.