Region: Molise
History: Established as a DOC in 2011
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Tintilia
Styles and Wine Composition:
ROSATO WINES
- Rosato (Ro): Minimum 95% Tintilia + OANRG
RED WINES
- Rosso (Rd): Minimum 95% Tintilia + OANRG
- Riserva (Rosso)
Significant Production Rules:
- Minimum vineyard elevation: 200 m (660 ft)
- Minimum alcohol level: 11.5% for Rosato and Rosso; 13.0% for Riserva
- Residual sugar: Maximum 10 g/l (1.0%) for Rosato
- Aging: For Riserva, minimum 2 years (ERD = November 1, V+2)
