Bigi Orvieto Classico Amabile
Off-dry white wine · Bigi
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Off-dry white wine
Producer
Bigi
Country
Italy
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
Umbria, Orvieto Classico DOC
Grape Varieties
Procanico (Trebbiano Toscano), Grechetto, Verdelho, Malvasia Toscana
Color & Appearance
Bright straw yellow with golden highlights, clear and medium-light viscosity.
Aroma Profile
Fragrant and fruity with prominent notes of ripe pear, green apple, white peach, and subtle hints of honey and white wildflowers.
Tasting Notes
A gently off-dry wine with a welcoming initial palate of sweet orchard fruits, balanced gracefully by fresh acidity that keeps it lively, leading to a smooth, harmonious, and pleasantly fruity finish.
Flavor Profile
Flavors of baked pear, golden delicious apple, peach, and a touch of acacia honey with a delicate mineral undertone.
Body & Texture
Medium-light body with a smooth, supple texture and a slight roundness on the palate imparted by the residual sugar.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium acidity, providing a crisp and refreshing lift that balances the amabile (off-dry) sweetness.
Sweetness Level
Amabile (Off-dry), containing a moderate level of residual sugar balanced by acidity.
Alcohol Content
11.5% to 12.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Stainless steel fermented and aged to preserve fresh fruit characteristics and vibrant aromatics without any oak influence.
Food Pairings
Ideal as an aperitif, or paired with mildly spicy Asian dishes, soft cheeses, fruit tarts, and autumn squash dishes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a standard white wine glass; enjoy within 1-2 years of purchase.
Price Range
15 to 25 USD
Quality Assessment
Solid daily-drinking quality, offering great value and reliable regional typicity.
Production Methods
Temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to retain primary fruit aromas, followed by brief settling and bottling.
Terroir
Volcanic and sedimentary soils rich in tuff and clay located in the historic hills of the Orvieto Classico zone in Umbria.
History & Heritage
Bigi is a historic winery in Umbria dating back to the late 19th century, known for championing the traditional wines of Orvieto.
Interesting Facts
Orvieto is historically known as 'the wine of the popes' and was traditionally made in a slightly sweet or off-dry style.
Cellaring Potential
Best consumed young and fresh; not intended for long-term cellaring.
Similar Wines
Other Orvieto Classico Amabile wines from producers like Ruffino or Barberani.