Best Wines from Italy

The complex and diverse wine region in Italy is known worldwide. Due to the unique shape and size of the country, there are a variety of climates and soil conditions that allow the wine makers in Italy to create a unique selection. Many wine enthusiasts enjoy visiting the vineyards in Italy to immerse themselves in the art of Italian wine making. While each region creates and develops extraordinary wines there are a variety of wines that are considered to be the best wines from Italy.

• 2005 Capezzana Conti Contini Sangiovese – This delectable Italian wine is made in Tuscany at one of the most impressive vineyards in the region which has produced extraordinary wine for more than 12 centuries. This wine has strong notes of blackberry fruit and appears to have a deep-purple tone.
• 2005 Valle dell’Acate Poggio Bidini Nero d’Avola – This simple but delectable tasting Sicilian wine has tones of almond, blueberry and cherry. This wine is a perfect match for many informal meals that are served at home and casual gatherings with friends and family.
• 2006 Terredora DiPaolo Falanghina – This delectable wine has notes of pear and is created out of indigeous grapes of the Campania region. It is developed and created on a 300 acre vineyard.
• 2005 Villa Pillo Borgoforte Red – This incredible blend is from Tuscany and is made with Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. It has notes of coffee, cherry and cola that give the wine a good intensity.
• 2004 Librandi Ciro Rosso – The Italian region of Calabria is known for the Gaglioppo grape variety and uses it to produce extraordinary wines. This wine has notes of sweet dried cherries and is a pale red color.
• 2009 Tormaresca Chardonay – This dense, creamy wine is created in the beautiful Puglia region of Italy. It is a smooth, rich wine that has notes of vanilla, almond, pineapple and apricot.

You don’t have to live or visit Italy to enjoy these must-try wines. They are imported worldwide or you can have them shipped to your front door. Find local wine shops on the CorkageFee app and see if they carry any of these favorites. Take the bottle to an Italian spot nearby and enjoy!