Piedmont Wine Guide: Grapes, Wines and How to Explore It
Piedmont, in north-west Italy, is famous for Barolo, Barbaresco and Barbera. Its wines range from fragrant, tannic reds to crisp whites and gently sparkling Moscato.
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Barbera
Explore Barbera, an Italian red grape known for juicy cherry fruit, lively acidity and soft tannins, producing approachable wines that pair exceptionally well with food.
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Nebbiolo Explained: Taste, Regions, Pairings and Buying Guide
Nebbiolo is a red grape from Piedmont, Italy, known for pale, perfumed wines with high acidity and firm tannins. Barolo and Barbaresco are its famous expressions; other regions offer fresher, lighter styles.
Understanding Acidity in Wine
Acidity gives wine a sour, mouth-watering quality that can make it feel fresh and lively. Notice the taste and how your mouth responds; sweetness, alcohol and texture can change how prominent it seems.
Discover Sangiovese: From Chianti to Brunello passing by Corsica
Sangiovese is generally regarded as Italy's most widely planted red grape and is the foundation of wines such as Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. It typically produces dry, medium-bodied wines with flavours of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs and spice.