The 5 wine regions in Italy that you should visit for Valentine’s Day

“He who knows how to taste, no longer just drinks wine, but tries secrets.”

– Salvador Dali

Wine is the most famous drink in the world. People have spoken and written about it in many different forms. Wine is what we choose when we want to celebrate something. It is also what comes to mind when we want to show our love.

In this line of thought, it is no wonder that the feast of wine and love is one … or rather celebrated on the same day. Whether you indulge in a romantic experience with a loved one on the occasion of St. Valentine’s Day, or you will celebrate Trifon Zarezan, a bottle of great wine is always on the menu … and it’s always Italian or French.

Did you know that Italy is a country that, in addition to being famous for its scenic views and rich history, is also the largest wine producer in the world. Yes, it surpasses even France! This makes Italy the perfect place to visit if you want to enjoy romance and good wine.

But there are many wine regions in Italy. So the question arises: Who to visit?

If you are planning a romantic trip with your loved one and want to combine it with a tour of the best wineries in Italy, here are the 5 best wine regions in the country that you should definitely visit.

San Gimignano

1. San Gimignano is a small hill in the province of Siena, located in picturesque Tuscany in central Italy. The city is distinguished by the fact that there is a wine named after him – Vernaccia di San Gimignano, which is a white wine made from Vernaccia grapes. The San Gimignano Vernacha variety is believed to be different from other Vernacha grape varieties grown in Italy and considered one of the oldest grape varieties. Vernaccia di San Gimignano is considered one of the best wines in Italy. It has the honor of being the first Italian wine with DOC. (Denominazione di origine controllata), which is a guarantee of quality for lovers of Italian wine.

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Montepulciano

The other region of Tuscany famous for its wine is Montepulciano. A city located on a hill and another municipality of Siena, Montepulciano is famous for its “pizza” – a thick, hand-rolled pasta. But we are here to talk about wine, and wine is the other thing that Montepulciano is known for all over the world. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a wine that is not made from Montepulciano grapes, but is made from Sangiovese grapes and gets the name Montepulciano because it is made there. There are other notable wines to try in Montepulciano such as Rosso di Montepulciano, Novello, Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva and Grappa.

Piedmont

The trip to the northwestern part of Tuscany will take you to the region of Piedmont – the westernmost region of Italy, which shares its borders with France and Switzerland. Piedmont is famous for its Barolo wine, which is produced in the municipalities of the province of Cuneo. Barolo is made from Nebbiolo grapes, and it takes the wine 38 months to ripen. For a year and a half after this period, the wine matures with wood. Barolo is a wine that has caused controversy with its dual production styles – traditional and modern. Modern style shortens the fermentation time, but also changes the taste from which the conflict arises. But, in any case, if you visit Piedmont, be sure to enjoy a bottle of Barolo.

ORVIE

Umbria, the central part of Italy, has a region for wine production – Orvieto in the province of Terni. Orvieto is a picturesque city worth visiting. Situated on volcanic rock, the city boasts mineral-rich soil, excellent for growing grapes and making wine. Orvieto has been known for the production of Orvieto wine since the Middle Ages. Therefore, if you are going on a wine trip to Italy, be sure to try this wine and immerse yourself in tradition and history.

Vitoria

If you want to separate from mainland Italy, visit Sicily – an island known for thousands of things. The huge island is divided into 9 provinces, one of which is the Vitoria wine region. Vitoria is the youngest city in the province and is famous for its embroidery. Another thing that the city is famous for is the wine it produces, which is the only wine that has received the prestigious Italian status DOCG (Denominazione di origine controllata e Garantita), which is the highest rating a wine can receive in Italy. – Cerasuolo di Vittoria. The name of the wine Cerasuolo, which means cherry, comes from the color it has – deep red. Cerasuolo is made from Nero d’Avola and Frappato grapes, which gives it a fruity taste.

Italy is a country that can give you a lot. If you are a wine lover and want to combine this passion with romance, organize a wine trip with your loved one in Italy. Visit the described regions and enjoy the wonderful wine, picturesque views and lots of love.