Italy as a wine country

Italy is the largest wine producing country, including export. The country has several microclimates where you’ll find outstanding wines. The Romans were refined in making wine. Their knowledge was distributed throughout Europe. Throughout the country (1.300km from north to south) there have different grape varieties which you only find in Italy, such as the Verdicchio, Trebbiano, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Albana and the Vernaccia.Northern ItalyNorthern Italy contains seven regions: Valle d'Aosta, P... | more

Vineyard Highlighted

Maurizio Buzzinelli |

The company Buzzinelli has been active before the war already and makes about 100,000 bottles per year. The company goes from father to son. Maurizio and his wife Marzia now manage the company, after the unexpected passing of father Buzzinellie. Initially, Maurizio was a bit reserved, it is a taciturn hard-working man, tall and with shoe size 48. But after we had some tasting together were like old friends. His wife Marzia also speaks excellent English and is a great hostess. Soon the home... | more