Valdichiana toscana
Wine · PDO · 12 municipalities
Covering twelve Tuscan municipalities, including Arezzo and Cortona, the Valdichiana toscana DOC is shaped by just 11 verified producers. While the base rosso relies on a minimum of 50% Sangiovese with a maximum yield of 11.0 tonnes per hectare, the appellation distinguishes itself through its rigorous Vin Santo regulations. Unlike generic sweet wines, this passito requires Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia Bianca grapes dried to at least 26% sugar, fermented and aged for at least two years in wooden vessels of maximum 500 liters capacity. Crucially, the final Vin Santo must be bottled in containers of maximum 0.75 liters, sealed with a cork flush with the bottle mouth.
The facts
- Colour
- bright ruby red, tending towards garnet with aging
- Taste
- savory, lively, harmonious, easy-drinking when young
The producers 11
+ 5 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Valdichiana toscana produced?
- Valdichiana toscana is produced in 12 municipalities in Tuscany, Italy: Arezzo, Castiglion Fiorentino, Chiusi, Civitella in Val di Chiana and more.
- What grape is Valdichiana toscana made from?
- Valdichiana toscana is made from Sangiovese (min 50%), Cabernet (franc e sauvignon), Merlot, Sirah (da soli o congiuntamente), altri vitigni a bacca rossa idonei alla coltivazione in Toscana.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Valdichiana toscana?
- The minimum alcohol content of Valdichiana toscana is 10% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.