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Located in southern Umbria bordering Lazio, Orvieto has a 3000-year-old history in wine production. In the 13th century Orvieto was a refuge for five Popes Urban IV(1261-1264), Gregory X (1271-1276), Martin IV (1281-1285), Nicholas IV (1288-1292) and Boniface VIII (1294-1303). During that period Orvieto wines, favored by its papal residents, grew in prominence. In 1971 the Orvieto DOC (Controlled Designation of Origin) was established and in the last 40 years, Orvieto has undergone an estate bottling revolution. Four specific soils define the terroir that produces these diverse and nuanced wines: sandy, clay, alluvial, and volcanic. Orvieto and Orvieto Classico DOC whites are all blends, mainly Grechetto and Trebbiano Toscano (locally known as Procanico). These whites range from crisp and dry to aromatic and floral; many have a lower ABV under 13%. Orvieto DOC also produces Botrytis affected grapes (known as Orvieto Abboccato). These wines range from delicate and dry to layered and complex, off-dry and unctuous. Orvietano Rosso DOC, established in 1998, is a smaller subzone producing blended reds from eight varietals, predominantly medium and fuller bodied in character.

In this episode, Melanie and David share their impressions from their visit to Orvieto to learn about the region and meet producers and recommend wines and pairings.

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