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Italian Wine Regions

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Apulia (Puglia)

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This region forms the heel of Italy's 'boot' and is known for Primitivo and Negroamaro, which produce robust red wines.

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Lombardy

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Home to the sparkling Franciacorta and the red wines of Valtellina, primarily from Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo).

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Liguria

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A narrow coastal region producing mainly white wines from the Vermentino and Pigato grapes, with a small production of Rossese reds.

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Trentino-Alto Adige

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A northern region with a strong German influence known for Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, and complex reds from Teroldego.

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Friuli-Venezia Giulia

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Renowned for its white wines like Friulano and the skin-contact orange wines, along with Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc.

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Tuscany

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Known for its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, Tuscany is famous for Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Sangiovese is the star grape.

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Piedmont

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Located at the foot of the Alps, this region is renowned for Barolo and Barbaresco wines, primarily made from the Nebbiolo grape.

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Basilicata

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A mountainous region that is home to the Aglianico del Vulture, a wine made from Aglianico grapes grown in volcanic soil.

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Sardinia (Sardegna)

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An island region that excels in Vermentino whites and Cannonau reds, similar to Grenache or Garnacha.

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Abruzzo

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Central Italian region known for Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, which should not be confused with the Tuscan town of Montalcino.

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Veneto

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Famous for producing Prosecco, Soave, and Valpolicella, including Amarone. Garganega, Corvina, and Glera grapes are important here.

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Campania

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Ancient wine region known for Taurasi (from Aglianico) and whites from Fiano and Greco varieties.

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Sicily

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The largest island in the Mediterranean, known for Marsala fortified wine and a resurgence in quality table wines from Nero d'Avola.

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Emilia-Romagna

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Known for Lambrusco, a lightly sparkling red wine, along with food-friendly Sangiovese and Trebbiano.

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Umbria

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Landlocked region known for Orvieto, a white wine blend, and Sagrantino di Montefalco, a powerful red.

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