Appellations

Barolo DOCG | Italian Wine Denominations
Guido Cattabianchi
Barolo is Italy’s most intricate red—100% Nebbiolo—born on a mosaic of marl and sandstone in the Langhe. This guide covers history, geology, communes & MGAs, producer styles, vintages, service, and buying strategy. “Barolo is not big because it is strong;...
Chianti Classico DOCG
Guido Cattabianchi
Chianti Classico DOCG is a wine made in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy. It is one of Italy's most famous and beloved wines, but often misunderstood. It's very important to understand what the denomination Chianti Classico DOCG means in...
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG | Italian Wine Guide
Guido Cattabianchi
Amarone della Valpolicella is a type of red wine that is produced in the Valpolicella region of northeastern Italy. The wine is made from a blend of grape varieties, including Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara, and is characterized by its rich,...
Montepulciano Colline Teramane DOCG
Guido Cattabianchi
Abruzzo, a region in central Italy, produces the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG wine. Before being made available for purchase, the wine must mature for a minimum of three years and be made entirely from Montepulciano grapes.The wines made in...