Collection: Orcia Rosso DOC
"Orcia Rosso DOC" is an Italian wine classification that includes red wines from the Orcia area in Tuscany. The requirements for a wine to be designated as Orcia Rosso DOC include the following:
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Grape selection: The wine must be made from a minimum of 50% sangiovese grapes, with permission to add other local grapes, such as merlot and cabernet sauvignon.
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Vinification: The wine must be made according to the strict rules of wine production established by the Orcia DOC.
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Alcohol percentage: The wine must have a minimum alcohol percentage of 12%.
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Aging: To obtain an Orcia Rosso DOC designation, the wine must have a minimum of 6 months of aging in wooden or steel tanks.
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Analysis: The wine must go through a series of analyzes to ensure that it meets the requirements for quality and origin.
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Labeling: The label must state that the wine is an Orcia Rosso DOC and contain information about the producer and the year of production.
By complying with these requirements, a wine producer can obtain an Orcia Rosso DOC designation, which indicates a high quality and an authentic origin from the Orcia area in Tuscany.