Italy
Italy, a mosaic of terroirs and indigenous grape varieties
An exceptional wine-growing region
With its breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled diversity of terroirs , Italy is a land of wine par excellence , where each region boasts its own viticultural treasures . From Tuscany to Piedmont , via Veneto , this country is a true mosaic of indigenous grape varieties , traditional methods , and passionate winemakers .
A thousand-year-old winemaking heritage
Each region of this country has benefited for millennia from its own unique climate , soil , and grape varieties. With nearly 700,000 hectares of vineyards , Italy ranks as one of the world's largest wine producers . It is particularly renowned for its indigenous grape varieties , which are rarely found elsewhere.
Iconic grape varieties
Among the most famous are Sangiovese in Tuscany , Nebbiolo in Piedmont , and Nero d'Avola in Sicily .
An ancestral and natural know-how
The country is also renowned for its traditional winemaking method , which respects ancestral know-how while integrating modern and natural practices .
Focus on Piedmont and its committed winemakers
Piedmont , located in northwestern Italy , is one of the most prestigious regions for red wines . It is here that Ferdinando Principiano , a winemaker committed to natural practices , produces iconic wines such as Vino Rosso and Barolo , from the Nebbiolo grape variety.
Not far from there, the Valfaccenda estate offers authentic wines also made from Nebbiolo , with cuvées such as Roero , which express the finesse and freshness of the Roero hills .
A land of vibrant wines that fascinates
Rich and varied terroirs , exceptional winemakers , and unique vintages : Italy never ceases to surprise lovers of natural wines .
