The 8 Major Italian Red Wines
If you’re looking for a great place to start, check out these famous Italian reds:br>
Sangiovese, Montepulciano (the grape), Barbera, Nero d’Avola, Primitivo (aka Zinfandel), Valpolicella Blends, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo
Tips on Enjoying Italian Red Wines
Here are a few tips to give you a head start on enjoying Italian reds:
1. Try several varieties: Italy has over 500 unique varieties. Be sure to try several while you explore Italy’s great wines.
2. Fruity vs Earthy: Italian red wines tend to be fruitier in the South and earthy in the North.
3. Be sure to decant: It’s a great idea to decant all Italian red wines before drinking.