- Barolo. Originating from northern Italy, specifically from the Piedmont region, is the Barolo wine.
- Franciacorta.
- Fiano di Avellino.
- Chianti Classico.
- Amarone della Valpolicella.
- Brunello di Montalcino.
What wine is popular in Italy?
In terms of Italian white wines, the most famous is Pinot Grigio which is made from the grape of the same name, as well as Gavi (from the Cortese grape), and Soave (from the Garganega grape). Italy also successfully makes wines from international grape varieties such Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.Apr 7, 2020
What is the most popular red wine in Italy?
- Sangiovese. A purple colored grape, Sangiovese grape produces intense sour cherry flavors with subtle earthy aromas.
- Barbera. Barbera is the third most planted red wine grape in Italy.
- Nebbiolo.
- Montepulciano.
- Dolcetto.
- Nero d'Avola.
- Aglianico.
- Negroamaro.
What is the most popular white wine in Italy?
- Garganega. Veneto. Italy.
- Passerina. Marche. Italy.
- Arneis. Province of Cuneo. Italy.
- Falanghina. Campania. Italy.
- Friulano. Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Italy.
- Verdicchio. Marche. Italy. Ate it?
- Fiano. Campania. Italy. and 2 more regions.
- Wine Appellation. Soave. Province of Verona. Italy.
What is a nice Italian red wine?
Sangiovese This is Italy's most important red wine variety that's the base grape of Chianti Classico. (A Tuscan daily drinker!) Barbera This variety is a richer, more plummy red, but still packs “wow! Nebbiolo This is Piedmont's other, more well-known wine (although it is less-planted than Barbera).Jul 3, 2019
What is considered the best Italian wine?
- Best Overall: Livio Sassetti Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali 2015.
- Best Red: Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco 2017.
- Best White: Benanti Etna Bianco 2019.
- Best Under $50: G.D.
- Best Under $100: Bibi Graetz Testamatta 2018.
The fact of the matter is that Italians prefer wines with lower alcohol, lighter body, and higher acidity. In enogastronomic context, those wines simply tend to taste better to most people — especially when they are tasted with no pretense or social pressure.