italian wine

Italian Red Wine Grapes
10 Popular Italian Red Wine Grapes

Updated November 2023 Spanning 620 miles (1,000 km), Italy’s size and geographic differences make for…

Chianti Classico Under $30
Editor Picks: 5 Chianti Classico Under $30

Chianti Classico has long been a favorite of mine. Since realizing the secret to reading…

sparkling sangiovese
Sparkling Sangiovese: A New Way to Drink Rosé

As the most widely planted grape in Italy, Sangiovese is responsible for a range of…

Chiaretto Di Bardolino
Discover Chiaretto Di Bardolino and the Rise of Italian Rosé

When we think of rosé wines, Provence, France comes to mind, first and foremost. But…

chianti vs chianti classico
Understanding Chianti vs Chianti Classico Through Their Tangled Pasts

Trying to understand Chianti vs Chianti Classico is a little like driving in Italy –…

Ca' Del Bosco
The Inspiring Female Force Behind Ca’ Del Bosco

More than a dozen labels comprise the Ca’ Del Bosco portfolio. From white to red…

Sardinian grape varieties
Beyond Cannonau: A Discovery of Sardinian Grape Varieties

Once a part of the South of France but separated by tectonic movement, Sardinia has…

pizza margherita wine pairings
The Best Styles of Wine to Pair With Pizza Margherita

Nowadays, there are as many flavor combinations as wine varieties, which can make pizza pairings…

winemaking in Etna
Etna Winemakers Focus On Tradition To Create Terroir-Driven Wines

The wine world harbors much majesty and enticement, particularly regarding terroir and how a sense…

nebbiolo grape variety
The Nebbiolo Grape Variety and Its Multiple Italian Synonyms

Nebbiolo is one of – if not the – most famous Italian grape varieties. Wine…

favorite Italian wine
SOMM TV Cast: Favorite Italian Wine

It’s a little surprising; no, actually, it’s downright mind-blowing. There are thousands of indigenous grape…