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WINES OF CENTRAL ITALY
La Carraia
La Carraia was founded in 1976 by the Gialletti and Cotarella families. Riccardo Cotarella, one of the most
respected authorities on the production and marketing of Italian wines, is the winery’s co-owner and
winemaker. La Carraia’s broad and diverse portfolio satisfies the needs of casual, value-oriented consumers
with products like Sangiovese and Orvieto Classico, and the most demanding of collectors with their Fobiano.
Orvieto Classico DOC
Orvieto Classico is one of the best known white wines from Central Italy. Its history begins with the Etruscans
and continues in the Middle Ages where it was a Papal favorite. It is a classic Italian white, made from native
varietals (40% Grechetto, 30% Procanico, 30% Malvasia) grown in vineyards around the historic hilltop town of
Orvieto. To preserve its hallmark freshness, it is fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.
Orvieto Amabile DOC
Amabile translates directly to English as “Amiable” and there is perhaps no better word in the English
language to describe this charming and friendly white wine from the hills of Umbria. A blend of
Grechetto and Procanico, La Carraia Orvieto Amabile matches playful aromas of ripe stone fruit with
a light sense of sweetness that is equally enjoyable as an aperitif or alongside a dessert course.
Sangiovese Umbria IGP
La Carraia offers an Umbrian twist on a Tuscan classic. This supple wine is made from 100%
Sangiovese, fermented in stainless steel and matured in French oak barriques for two months to
develop extra smoothness and richness. The resulting wine is a versatile, delicious value.