Italy has a wider selection of wines than any other country in the world, and uses over 500 unique grapes to produce them. Italy is most famous for wines made from its indigenous grapes. Wines made in the mountain regions are higher priced with elegant flavours, whilst wines grown on the flatter terrain are more affordable.
Classic Italian Red wines include Barolo made from the Nebbiolo grape, Chianti made from Sangiovese grape, Amarone and Valpolicella made from Corvina and Rondinella grapes and Nero d'Avola made from the grape of the same name.
Italy is also famous for its sparklingProsecco wines made from the Glera grape and Moscato made from Moscato Bianco.
The most recognisable Italian White wine is Pinot Grigio which is made from the grape of the same name, as well as Gavi made from the Cortese grape.
Italy also successfully makes wines from the international grape varieties Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Light pink colour, on the nose of passionate flower flavor and outstanding fruit flavor of forest apricot, mineral mouth and good acidity. Sweet and generous finish
The bouquet of this Sparkling Wine from Italy is delicate and enveloping, with fragrant fruity notes. On the palate a soothing caress and a lively freshness are elegantly accompanied by refined notes of Pear, Apple and Peach. The perfect balance between acidity and the body generates emotions of intense pleasantness.
The colour of this Primitivo is intense ruby red with violet reflections, the fragrant hints of cherry and strawberry, red fruits, raspberry and blackberry, with savoury flavors are dominant. The taste is soft and fragrant, with complex overtones, enveloping, persistent finish.
Deep ruby colour, dry, note of red fruits, prunes and black chocolate. Dried berries, hints of figs and cigar on the palate. Balanced, powerful red, quite bold, angular, with a bolder body and a little spice towards the finish.
This Red Wine is a blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. dark red ruby. Smell: Spices, chocolate, black currant, plum and cherry berries. Taste: full bodied, harmonious, balanced structure, soft.