Candia dei Colli Apuani
Wine · PDO · 3 municipalities
Established in 1982 in Tuscany, the Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC spans the three municipalities of Carrara, Massa, and Montignoso. While neighboring Tuscan appellations frequently market their portfolios with riserva or superiore bottlings, this denomination uniquely forbids both terms under its official rules. Instead, its twenty-one verified producers focus on strict quality standards by limiting maximum grape yields to 9.0 tonnes per hectare. The appellation is also highly distinguished by its dedicated varietale classifications, requiring a minimum of 85% for localized grapes such as Vermentino nero and Barsaglina, alongside its flagship white Vermentino blends.
The facts
- Colour
- more or less intense straw yellow
- Taste
- dry, sometimes smooth, fruity, full-bodied, harmonious, with a slightly bitter aftertaste
- Consortium
- Consorzio Candia Colli Apuani →
The producers 21
+ 15 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Candia dei Colli Apuani produced?
- Candia dei Colli Apuani is produced in 3 municipalities in Tuscany, Italy: Carrara, Massa, Montignoso.
- What grape is Candia dei Colli Apuani made from?
- Candia dei Colli Apuani is made from Vermentino bianco (per bianco, Vin Santo, vendemmia tardiva) (min 70%), altri vitigni a bacca bianca idonei alla Toscana, Vermentino bianco (per Vermentino bianco varietale) (min 85%), Sangiovese (per rosso/rosato) (min 60%), Merlot (per rosso/rosato), altri vitigni a bacca rossa idonei alla Toscana (per rosso/rosato), Vermentino nero (per rosso/rosato Vermentino nero) (min 85%), Barsaglina (per Barsaglina o Massaretta) (min 85%).
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Candia dei Colli Apuani?
- The minimum alcohol content of Candia dei Colli Apuani is 10.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.