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WhiteGrechetto UmbriaIGT

Poggio Belvedere Grechetto

by Arnaldo Caprai · Umbria, Italy

AppellationGrechetto UmbriaIGT
TypeWhite
Grapes100% Grechetto
LineCurrent wines
Arnaldo CapraiUmbria, Italy

About this wine

Grapes

85% Grechetto and 15% Chardonnay. The wine was created from a commitment to the local winemaking tradition and is intended for everyday enjoyment at the table.

Vineyard and terroir

The vines are trained using spurred-cordon and Guyot systems, at a density of 4,000–5,000 vines per hectare. Yield is 100 quintals per hectare, and harvest takes place in mid-September.

Ageing

The wine matures for 3 months in stainless-steel tanks, followed by at least 3 months in bottle.

Technical data

Grechetto Umbria IGT. First produced in 1980. Annual production is 150,000 bottles. Available in 0.75 L bottles.

Tasting profile

Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. The characteristically fruity aroma is refined and persistent. The palate is fresh and elegant.

Serving and pairing

Pair with soups and traditional fish dishes. The wine page recommends serving at 10–12°C, while the technical sheet specifies 8°C. Ageing potential is 2 years.