DOC · since 1973
Velletri
Wine · PDO · 3 municipalities
Established in 1973 in the Lazio region, the Velletri DOC spans three municipalities, including Lariano and Cisterna di Latina. This appellation distinguishes itself from nearby districts through its specific red blend, requiring a minimum of 30% Montepulciano alongside at least 10% Sangiovese and 10% Cesanese. These reds, capped at a maximum yield of 16.0 tonnes per hectare, develop an intense vinous aroma and reach at least 11.5% alcohol by volume. Additionally, the Velletri spumante demands natural refermentation solely in the bottle, requiring a minimum of six months resting on its lees.
Sangiovese 10%11.5% vol min160 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
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The facts
- Colour
- more or less intense ruby, tending towards garnet for the 'Riserva' type
- Taste
- dry (reducing sugars up to 4 g/l); medium-sweet (reducing sugars from 4 to 20 g/l); velvety, harmonious, appropriately tannic
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Velletri produced?
- Velletri is produced in 3 municipalities in Lazio, Italy: Cisterna di Latina, Lariano, Velletri.
- What grape is Velletri made from?
- Velletri is made from Sangiovese (min 10%), Montepulciano (min 30%), Cesanese comune e/o d'Affile (min 10%), altri vitigni a bacca nera idonei (Lazio).
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Velletri?
- The minimum alcohol content of Velletri is 11.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.