Italy Intro

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Piedmont

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Located in Northwest Italy, known for structured, age-worthy reds from Nebbiolo, as well as Barbera and Dolcetto. White wines like Gavi and Arneis also thrive here.

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Tuscany

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A central Italian region famous for Sangiovese-based wines, producing everything from rustic Chianti to the highly refined Brunello di Montalcino. Also known for Super Tuscans.

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Veneto

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A Northeast Italian region producing a range of wines, from bold Amarone to crisp Soave and world-famous Prosecco.

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Sicily

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The largest island region in Italy, known for powerful reds like Nero d’Avola, fresh Etna wines, and Marsala fortified wine.

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Lombardy

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Northern region producing high-quality sparkling wines (Franciacorta), as well as elegant reds from Nebbiolo (Valtellina).

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Campania

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Southern region with volcanic soils, home to bold reds like Taurasi (Aglianico) and unique whites such as Fiano and Greco.

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Marche

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East-central region best known for Verdicchio whites and Montepulciano-based reds like Rosso Conero.

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Abruzzo

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Mountainous central region producing Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and crisp Trebbiano whites.

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Trentino-Alto Adige

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A northern alpine region known for high-quality white wines like Pinot Grigio and aromatic Gewürztraminer.

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Friuli-Venezia Giulia

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A northeastern region producing some of Italy’s finest whites, including Friulano and Ribolla Gialla, along with structured reds like Refosco.

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Emilia-Romagna

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Famous for Lambrusco, a sparkling red, as well as Sangiovese-based wines and regional delicacies like Parmigiano Reggiano.

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Sardinia

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Island region producing unique wines like Cannonau (Grenache) and Vermentino.

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Barolo DOCG

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Piedmont – The “King of Wines,” made from Nebbiolo, known for its deep structure, tannins, and long aging potential.

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Barbaresco DOCG

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Piedmont – A more elegant and earlier-drinking expression of Nebbiolo compared to Barolo.

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

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Tuscany – 100% Sangiovese, producing some of Italy’s longest-lived and most structured wines.

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Chianti Classico DOCG

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Tuscany – Historic Sangiovese-based reds with vibrant acidity, red fruit, and earthy complexity.

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Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

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Veneto – A bold, full-bodied red made from dried Corvina grapes, offering rich texture and high alcohol.

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Soave Superiore DOCG

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Veneto – A structured and mineral-driven white wine made from Garganega.

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Prosecco Superiore DOCG

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Veneto/Friuli – Italy’s most famous sparkling wine, made primarily from Glera.

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Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOCG

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Abruzzo – A high-quality white with crisp acidity and citrus-driven flavors.

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Etna Rosso DOC

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Sicily – Nerello Mascalese-based reds from volcanic soils, offering elegance and minerality.

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Taurasi DOCG

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Campania – The “Barolo of the South,” a powerful Aglianico red with aging potential.

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Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG

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Sicily – A blend of Nero d’Avola and Frappato, offering bright fruit and elegance.