The Orvieto appellation requires a minimum of 60 percent Grechetto and/or Procanico, also known as Trebbiano Toscano. The remainder can be any of the other authorized grapes of the region. In this case Grechetto and Procanico make up 75 percent of the wine with Pinot Blanc and (surprise) Viognier the remainder of the blend. It is one of the most charming Orvieto wines I have experienced with delightful floral, spicy peach, green apple and pineapple aromas. It is dry, ripe and juicy in the mouth, with ripe peach, apple and citrus flavors. The aromas are so compelling that you may just want to spend some time with your nose in the glass like I did. Serve it as an aperitif or enjoy with fried calamari, pasta with a white sauce or a Caesar salad.
Marchesi Antinori, Orvieto Classico Superiore (Italy) 2020
By Rebecca Murphy