Orzalume

2012 Umbria Grechetto,Sauvignon

Castello Di Corbara Orzalume is a captivating white wine crafted from a blend of Grechetto and Sauvignon grapes in the beautiful region of Umbria. This enchanting 2012 vintage showcases a delightful harmony of flavors, with a body that tends toward medium, offering a refreshing yet satisfying experience. The wine presents a vibrant acidity that brings a lively character to each sip, balancing beautifully with the prominent fruit intensity that highlights notes of citrus and green apple. Its finely tuned dryness contributes to a crisp finish, making it an excellent choice for seafood dishes or light pasta. The inviting aromas, along with a subtle minerality, exemplify the unique terroir of Umbria, and the result is a wine that is both elegant and expressive, perfect for any occasion.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Poached Fish, Ceviche, Light Seafood

Region:

Umbria

While not as famous as Piedmont or Tuscany, Umbria offers some exceptional wines for the intrepid explorer. The "green heart of Italy," Umbria is the only region in Italy that neither borders the sea nor another country. Among its ruggedly beautiful hillsides and forests are 13 wine-producing areas, growing a wealth of grape varieties. Most common is Sangiovese, which is sometimes blended with Umbria's unique red grape, Sagrantino. This grape is responsible for some incredibly dense and tannic wines. But Umbria is probably best understood through its zesty dry whites, especially Orvieto, a blend of Grechetto and Trebbiano that is typically unoaked and bursting with complex fruity flavor. The IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) classification within Italy's winegrowing and winemaking world specifically links the place or region where the fruit was grown to the quality of the finished product. It is the broadest of the classifications within the country's system.

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