Collection: Rosato dell'Umbria IGT
"Rosato dell'Umbria IGT" (IGT stands for Indicazione Geografica Tipica) is a classification for rosé wines produced in the Italian region of Umbria. The following are the requirements for wine production under this classification:
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Geographical area: The wine must be produced in the Umbria region.
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Grape varieties: The wine must be made from a minimum of 85% sangiovese or syrah grapes and must contain up to 15% of other local grape varieties.
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Vinification: The wine must be made from grapes that have been dried for at least 12 hours before pressing. The fermentation must take place at a controlled temperature and the wine must mature for at least 2 months in steel tanks.
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Alcohol percentage: The alcohol content must be between 11% and 13%.
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Color: The wine should be a light to medium purple color.
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Taste and aroma: The wine should have a fresh taste with notes of raspberry, strawberry and a hint of dried fruit.
These requirements are designed to ensure that "Rosato dell'Umbria IGT" maintains a high standard of quality and ensures a uniform taste and aroma that characterizes the wines of the region.