EXPLORE ITALY
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FRIULA-VENEZIA GIULIA
Friuli Venezia Giulia is a region located in the northeastern part of Italy, bordering Austria to the north and Slovenia to the east. The wines from Friuli Venezia Giulia are generally known for their elegance and complexity, with many displaying a balance of fruit and acidity. The whites are often characterized by their crispness, minerality, and citrus flavors, while the reds are known for their full body and rich fruit flavors.
TUSCANY
Defined as the beating heart of Italy, Tuscany encapsulates all that has come to make the country so pronounced historically and culturally. One of the most famous Tuscan wines is Chianti, which is made primarily from Sangiovese grapes and is characterized by its bright acidity, dryness, and notes of cherry and plum. Another well-known Tuscan wine is Brunello di Montalcino, made from the Brunello grape and aged for at least five years. This wine is known for its complexity, elegance, and intense flavors of cherry, tobacco, and spice.
ABRUZZO
The Abruzzo wine region is located in central Italy, at altitudes ranging from 200 to 800 meters bordered by the Apennine Mountains to the west and the Adriatic Sea to the east. This positioning creates a diverse microclimate that allows for the cultivation of a wide range of grape varieties, including the well-known Montepulciano and Trebbiano d'Abruzzo. Abruzzo is renowned for producing robust, full-bodied red wines with intense flavors and aromas, as well as crisp and refreshing white wines.
LAZIO
Lazio is a wine region located in central Italy, stretching from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Apennine Mountains. Overall, wines from Lazio tend to have a fresh and crisp character, with lively acidity and mineral undertones. The white wines from the region, are known for their bright fruit flavors and crisp acidity, while the red wines, such as Cesanese, have a fuller body and more intense flavors, often with notes of cherry and spice.
CAMPANIA
The Campania wine region is located in southern Italy, along the Tyrrhenian Sea coast. Campania is characterized by a rugged terrain of hills and mountains, including the famous Mount Vesuvius, whose volcanic soil contributes to the region's unique terroir. The warm Mediterranean climate, with its long, sunny growing season, is also an essential factor in producing wines with distinct personality and character. Campania is best known for its full-bodied red wines and crisp white wines.
SICILY
Located in the southernmost part of Italy, on the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Its warm, sunny climate and diverse geography make it an ideal location for growing a wide range of grape varieties, including the well-known Nero d'Avola, Grillo, and Catarratto. The region's varied terroir, which includes volcanic soils, limestone, and clay, contributes to the unique flavors and aromas of its wines. Sicily is renowned for its full-bodied, intense red wines, as well as its aromatic and refreshing white wines.