Italy

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 sparkling Prosecco 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.