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Now is the time for drinking. ® Wines
BEING PASSIONATE ABOUT ITALIAN WINE IS NOTHING NEW
Rethinking the wine market and the importing business is.
As a wine expert, I cannot help but express my passion for Italian wines. From the crisp and refreshing whites of the north, to the full-bodied reds of the south, these wines are truly exceptional. The Sangiovese grape, which is the backbone of many Italian reds, produces wines with bold tannins and bright acidity that perfectly complement any meal. The Nebbiolo grape, found in the northern region of Piedmont, produces wines with floral and fruity notes and silky tannins that are the epitome of elegance.
Italian wines are also steeped in history and tradition, each region reflecting a unique terroir and winemaking style. From the vineyards of Tuscany to the volcanic soils of Sicily, the diversity of Italian wine is what makes it so fascinating. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or just discovering the joys of Italian wine, I urge you to explore these remarkable wines for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.
The Italian Wine Expert
Andrea Posani
Andrea Posani’s experience as a wine consultant, US market manager, restauranteur and European buyer has given him inside experience with producers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers and consumers. He is a walking compendium of Italian wine information at your disposal. His knowledge of the absolutely wide range of Italian wines, ranging from the classic to the new trend of “autochthonic” wine, is unsurpassed.
As a Florentine, it’s not surprising that wine has always played a very important role in Andrea’s life. He opened his first wine cellar in Florence and was inducted as an honorary member into Italy’s first association of Sommeliers — a coveted accomplishment. As a restauranteur and now as a consultant for Pazzione, he’s brought a new level of excitement about Italian wine to thousands of people.
ITALY PRODUCES MORE WINE THAN ANY OTHER COUNTRY
Italy produces around 45-50 million hl (hectolitres – hundred cubic decimetres) per year, which accounts for around 1/3 of the world’s wines.
``THE LAND OF WINE``
Italy produces around 45-50 million hl (hectolitres – hundred cubic decimetres) per year, which accounts for around 1/3 of the world’s wines.
ITALY HAS MORE THAN 2,000 GRAPE VARIETALS
This makes Italy home to a quarter of the world’s native grapes including Trebbiano, Sangiovese, Montepulciano, and Nero D’Avola.
ITALIAN WINE IS A GLOBAL PHENOMENON
The top three countries buying Italian wine: The U.S., Germany, The U.K.
QUALITY COUNTS
Two thirds of Italy’s wine is of either DOP (39%) or IGP (30%) status. Both labels promise a bottle of wine’s authenticity and quality.
VENETO: ROMANCE & WINE
Veneto is the largest wine producing region in Italy — notably for one of the world’s richest, finest wines: Amarone della Valpolicella.
THE BIRTHPLACE OF PROSECCO
Unlike Champagne, Prosecco does not need to be aged; a typical bottle is aged for a maximum of three years or seven years for an extra special vintage.
ITALY'S FULL OF HIDDEN TREASURES
Some of Italy’s lesser known wine regions, such as Valpolicella and Barolo, craft beautiful wines that are simply too good to miss.
