The Torgiano DOC is an appellation in Umbria, in the province of Perugia. It was born in 1968; in 1990 Torgiano Rosso Riserva became a separate DOCG. It has about 49 hectares, with an output of 4,140 hectolitres. The production rules were last updated in 2023.
Bianco, Rosso and the varietals
The Bianco is made from 50 to 70% Trebbiano Toscano; the Rosso and the Rosato from at least 50% Sangiovese. Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling Italico, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Nero give varietal wines, with at least 85% of the variety. The Rosso and the red varietals age about one year, 6 months of it in barrel.
Spumante, Vendemmia Tardiva and Vin Santo
The Spumante combines Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, each at most 50%, and spends at least 24 months on the lees. The Vendemmia Tardiva is made from at least 50% Chardonnay. The Vin Santo, from 50 to 70% Trebbiano Toscano, ages at least 36 months, 24 of them in barrel. The minimum alcohol of the DOC is 11%.
