Hundreds of native grapes, twenty wine regions and a bottle for every dish.
Italy grows wine in every one of its regions, from Alpine valleys to volcanic islands, and is home to more native grape varieties than any other country. Italian wine is made for the table โ high acidity and savoury character are the common thread.
Vineyard area
~720,000 ha
Classification
DOCG ยท DOC ยท IGT
Climate
Alpine north to hot Mediterranean south
Known for
Barolo, Chianti, Prosecco
Where Italy's wines on your list come from.
Hearty Montepulciano and cherry-bright Cerasuolo between the mountains and the sea.
Montepulciano
Alpine precision โ crystalline whites and fragrant reds in Italy's German-speaking north.
Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Gewรผrztraminer
Volcanic soils and ancient grapes โ from Taurasi to Fiano di Avellino.
Aglianico, Fiano
Italy's white-wine powerhouse โ and the birthplace of modern orange wine.
Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc
Barolo, Barbaresco and a table full of truffles โ Nebbiolo at its noblest.
Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto
The heel of Italy โ sun-soaked, plush reds at friendly prices.
Negroamaro, Zinfandel, Fiano
From Nero d'Avola sunshine to volcanic Etna elegance.
Nero d'Avola, Fiano
Sangiovese's home โ Chianti, Brunello and the rebel Super Tuscans.
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Prosecco, Amarone and Soave โ Italy's most prolific wine region.
Glera, Corvina, Garganega
The varieties that define Italy โ open one for tasting notes.
Vinosoma gives your team tasting notes, food pairings and talking points for every bottle you sell.
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