There have long been six denominations in Friuli–Venezia Giulia that include the word “Friuli” in their name. Now there is one denomination to rule them all.
There have long been six denominations in Friuli–Venezia Giulia that include the word “Friuli” in their name. Now there is one denomination to rule them all.
Get an overview of the province of Cuneo in Piedmont, home to some of Italy’s most famous vineyards, denominations, and wineries.
Posted February 17, 2014 The anticipated new premium level for the wines of Chianti Classico DOCG — Gran Selezione (Great Selection) — has cleared its final hurdle and is now officially part of the Chianti Classico portfolio. Gran Selezione is a new classification above Riserva, made using grapes harvested only from the winery’s own vineyards, […]
By both Italian and European Union law, every Italian winegrowing area is assigned a quality level, based on prestige, historical significance, viticultural and winemaking standards, and other factors. The highest quality level in Italy, in principle, is Denominazione d’Origine Controllata e Garantita or DOCG, of which there are currently 77 (there have only been four […]
A textbook accompaniment for students in the Exploring Italian Wine course