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Italian Wine Regions
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Apulia (Puglia)
This region forms the heel of Italy's 'boot' and is known for Primitivo and Negroamaro, which produce robust red wines.
Lombardy
Home to the sparkling Franciacorta and the red wines of Valtellina, primarily from Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo).
Liguria
A narrow coastal region producing mainly white wines from the Vermentino and Pigato grapes, with a small production of Rossese reds.
Trentino-Alto Adige
A northern region with a strong German influence known for Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, and complex reds from Teroldego.
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Renowned for its white wines like Friulano and the skin-contact orange wines, along with Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc.
Tuscany
Known for its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, Tuscany is famous for Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Sangiovese is the star grape.
Piedmont
Located at the foot of the Alps, this region is renowned for Barolo and Barbaresco wines, primarily made from the Nebbiolo grape.
Basilicata
A mountainous region that is home to the Aglianico del Vulture, a wine made from Aglianico grapes grown in volcanic soil.
Sardinia (Sardegna)
An island region that excels in Vermentino whites and Cannonau reds, similar to Grenache or Garnacha.
Abruzzo
Central Italian region known for Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, which should not be confused with the Tuscan town of Montalcino.
Veneto
Famous for producing Prosecco, Soave, and Valpolicella, including Amarone. Garganega, Corvina, and Glera grapes are important here.
Campania
Ancient wine region known for Taurasi (from Aglianico) and whites from Fiano and Greco varieties.
Sicily
The largest island in the Mediterranean, known for Marsala fortified wine and a resurgence in quality table wines from Nero d'Avola.
Emilia-Romagna
Known for Lambrusco, a lightly sparkling red wine, along with food-friendly Sangiovese and Trebbiano.
Umbria
Landlocked region known for Orvieto, a white wine blend, and Sagrantino di Montefalco, a powerful red.
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