The Alto Adige wines

Cabernet dell'Alto Adige: is produced from Cabernet grapes to which a maximum of 5% of other grapes may be added. It has a deep red colour which acquires orange shades when ageing. On the palate it is dry, full-bodied and slightly tannic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It may be drunk when young, during its first year, but may be kept for 3 to 5 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at a temperature of 16 degrees Centigrade.
Cabernet dell'Alto Adige Riserva: this wine is made from the same grapes as the preceding one but has been aged for 2 years. It is best suited to accompany game dishes and should be served at room temperature. If kept for more than 5 years it should be decanted before being served.
Chardonnay dell'Alto Adige: produced from Chardonnay grapes, up to 5% of it can be produced from other grapes. The colour is yellow with green shades. On the palate it is dry, full-bodied. The alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year as an aperitive. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Lagrein Rosato dell'Alto Adige: this dry and pleasant red wine is produced from Lagrein grapes (95%) and other grapes from traditional vineyards (5%). Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. It may accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 14 degrees.
Lagrein Rosato di Gries dell'Alto Adige: it's the same wine as the above one, but produced from grapes coming from vineyards around Bolzano.
Lagrein Scuro dell'Alto Adige: this full bodied, velvety and soft red wine is produced mainly from Lagrein grapes. It may be drunk when young but can also be kept for a few years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Lagrein Scuro dell'Alto Adige Riserva: it's the above wine, but having been aged for 1 year. It's at its best during its second and third year. It is best suited to accompany white meat dishes. The wine should be served at room temperature.
Lagrein Scuro e Lagrein Scuro Riserva di Greis dell'Alto Adige: these are the same wines as described above, but produced from grapes coming from vineyards around Bolzano.
Malvasia dell'Alto Adige: this dry and full bodied red wine is produced mainly from Malvasia grapes (95%). Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and should be drunk within its first 2 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Merlot dell'Alto Adige: this dry and full bodied red wine is produced mainly from Merlot grapes (95%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first 2 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Merlot dell'Alto Adige Riserva: it's the above wine that has been aged for one year. It may be kept for up to 4 years. It is best suited to accompany roast or grilled meat dishes and should be served at room temperature.
Moscato Giallo dell'Alto Adige: this sweet white wine is produced from Merlot giallo grapes. Other grapes may be included at to 5% of the total quantity and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best during its first year and is recommended to accompany desserts. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 14 degrees.
Moscato Rosa dell'Alto Adige: this sweet rose' wine is produced mainly from Moscato rosa grapes (95%)and other traditional grapes (5%). Its alcohol content is 12.5 per cent and the wine is at its best during the first year. It is recommended to accompany desserts like ice-cream, the bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Pinot Bianco dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Pinot bianco grapes (95%) this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It is best recommended for antipasti and should be drunk when young, when not older than one year. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Pinot Bianco Spumante dell'Alto Adige: this is the spumante variety of the above mentioned wine and it should be served at 5 degrees.
Pinot Grigio dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes (95%), this dry and medium bodied white wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended to accompany delicately tasted dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Pinot Grigio Spumante dell'Alto Adige: this is the spumante variety of the above mentioned wine and it should be served at 5 degrees.
Pinot Nero dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Pinot nero grapes (95%), this dry, full bodied and slightly bitter red wine has an alcohol content of11.5 per cent. It should be drunk within 2 years and is recommended to accompany pork dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Pinot Nero Spumante dell'Alto Adigethis is the spumante variety of the above mentioned wine and it should be served at 5 degrees.
Pinot Nero dell'Alto Adige Riserva: this is the above mentioned wine Pinot nero dell'Alto Adige that has been aged for 2 years prior to being bottled. It may be kept up to its 3rd or 4th year and is best recommended to accompany red meat dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Riesling Italico dell'Alto Adige:produced mainly from Riesling italico grapes (95%), this dry and fresh white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for all kinds of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Riesling Renano dell'Alto Adige: produced from Riesling renano grapes, this dry and slightly acid white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended to accompany antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Riesling x Sylvaner or Muller-Thurgau dell'Alto Adige:produced from Riesling x Sylvaner grapes, this dry and slightly acid white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended to accompany antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Sauvignon dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Sauvignon grapes (95%), this dry and fruity white wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for all types of dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Schiave dell'Alto Adige: produced from various varieties of Schiave grapes (85%), this dry and slightly bitter red wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It is recommended for white meat dishes, grilled or roasted and should be drunk within its first year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Spumante dell'Alto Adige: this spumante is produced from Pinot bianco and/or Chardonnay grapes (70%) Other grapes include Pinot nero and/or Pinot grigio and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year, but if it has been produced with the champenois method, it may be kept for longer. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 5 to 6 degrees.
Sylvaner dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Sylvaner grapes, this fresh and dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and may accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Traminer Aromatico dell'Alto Adige: produced mainly from Traminer aromatico grapes (95%), this dry and slightly bitter white wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young, within its first year, and is recommended for shell fish. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.

The wines from around Merano

Meranese di Collina: this dry red wine is produced from Schiava grossa, Schiava media Schiava grigia and Tschaggele grapes. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent and should be drunk during its first year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Meranese di Collina Burgravio: it's the same wine as the above, but this one is produced in the Castello di Tirolo ex county.

The wines from the Isarco valley

Valle Isarco Muller-Thurgau: this dry and fresh tasting white wine is produced from Muller-Thurgau and Pinot bianco (up to 10%) grapes and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within is first year. It is suitable for all types of food, the bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Valle Isarco Pinot Grigio: produced from Pinot grigio and Pinot bianco (up to 10%) grapes, this dry, medium bodied and pleasant tasting white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk when young and is recommended for antipasti , fish dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Valle Isarco Sylvaner: produced from Sylvaner and Muller-Thurgau (up to 10%) grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Valle Isarco Traminer Aromatico: produced from Traminer aromatico and Pinot bianco (up to 10%) grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for fish soups, spicy sauces and tasty cheese. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Valle Isarco Veltliner: produced from Veltliner and Pinot bianco (up to 10%) grapes, this dry and fruity white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk during its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.

From the hills around Bolzano

Colli di Bolzano: this full bodied and dry red wine is produced mainly from Schiava grapes and all its varieties. Other grapes include Lagrein and Pinot noir (up to 10%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Santa Maddalena: this full bodied and dry red wine is produced from Schiava grossa, Schiava media, Schiava grigia and Tschaggele grapes. Other grapes like Lagrein and Pinot noir may be added to make up for another 10%. Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and may be kept for up to 3 years. Its is recommended for white meat and red meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Santa Maddalena Classico: it's the same wine as above, but this one is produced in the original and oldest area, as determined by the 1931 decree.

Terlano and Caldaro

Lago di Caldaro: this dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced from the following grapes: Schiava grossa and or gentile, sometimes Lagrein and Pinot nero and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Lago di Caldaro Classico: the "classico" variety refers to the Caldaro produced in the most ancient and traditional area, which is Appiano, Bronzolo, Caldaro, Coratccia, Egna, Montagna, Ora, Termeno and Valdena.
Lago di Caldaro Classico Superiore: it is the same wine is the above, but this one has been aged for longer. It should be drunk within its first 2 years and is recommended to accompany white meat dishes. It should be served at 18 degrees.
Lago di Caldaro Scelto: it's the same one as the above, but this one is produced from specially selected grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent.
Terlano: this dry and slightly acid white wine is produced from the following grapes: Pinot bianco (at least 50%), Muller-Thurgau, Riesling italico, Riesling renano, Sauvignon, Sylvaner. Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and it should be drunk within its first year. It may accompany all type of food, the bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Terlano Pinot Bianco: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Pinot bianco grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for fidh antipasti and other fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Terlano Riesling Italico: produced mainly from Riesling italico grapes, this dry, medium bodied and lively white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and may accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Terlano Riesling Renano: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced mainly from Riesling renano grapes and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is recommended to accompany fish antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Terlano Sauvignon: this full bodied and dry white wine is produced mainly from Sauvignon grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Terlano Sylvaner: produced mainly from Sylvaner grapes, this dry white wine has alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for boiled fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Terlano Muller-Thurgau: produced mainly from Muller-Thurgau grapes, this and slightly acid dry white wine should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for fish dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 9 to 10 degrees.

From the vineyards around Trento

Trentino Bianco: this dry white wine is produced from Chardonnay (50% to 85%) and Pinot bianco grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Rosso: produced from Cabernet franc and/or Sauvignon (85%) and Merlot grapes, this dry, full bodied and slightly tannic red wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. Its at its best during its first 2 yers and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle shoudld be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Cabernet: produced from Cabernet franc and Sauvinon grapes, this dry, full bodied and slightly tannic red wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It may be kept for up to 2 years and is recommended to accompany white meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Cabernet Riserva: produced from the same grapes as the above wine, this one has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent and it has been aged for 2 years before being bottled. It may be kept for another 3 years and is suited to accompany roast meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at room temperature.
Trentino Cabernet Franc: this dry and full bodied red wine is produced from Cabernet franc grapes only and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first 2 years and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Cabernet Franc Riserva: this wine, produced from the same grapes as the above, has been aged for 2 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It is recommended for accompanying roast and grilled meat dishes. It may be kept for up to 3 years, the bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at room temperature.
Trentino Cabernet Sauvignon: this dry red wine is produced from Sauvignon grapes only, has an alcohol content of 11 per cent and is at its best during its first 2 years. It is best suited to accompany red meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva: produced from the same grapes as the above wine, this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It may be kept for another 3 years and is suited to accompany all game dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at room temperature.
Trentino Chardonnay: this dry white wine is produced from Chardonnay grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Chardonnay Spumante: this is the spumante variety of the above wine. It should be served at 5 to 6 degrees.
Trentino Lagrein Rosato: this dry rose' wine is produced from Lagrein grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and may accomapny all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Trentino Lagrein Rubino: produced from Lagrein grapes, this dry red wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent and may be kept for up to 2 years. It is recommended for white meat roast dishes and tasty cheese. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Trentino Lagrein Rubino Riserva: it's the same wine as the above, but this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled. and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. In this case is best suited to accompany red meat dishes and very tatsy cheese. It may be kept for 3 more years after being bottled and should be served at room temperature.
Trentino Marzemino: produced from Marzemino grapes, this full bodied and dry red wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first 2 years and is recommended to accompany ravioli di carne alla trentina. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Marzemino Riserva: it's the same wine as the above, but this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It may be kept for 3 more years after being bottled and is recommended for game dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Trentino Merlot: this dry red wine is produced from Merlot grapes only and has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year but may be kept for up to 2 years. The bottle shold be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Trentino Merlot Riserva: it's the same wine as the above one, but this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It is recommended for red meat roast dishes and should be served at room temperature.
Trentino Moscato Giallo: this semi-sweet to sweet white wine is produced from Moscato giallo grapes and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It may be kept for 1 year and is recommended as an aperitive or to accompany sweets. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Trentino Moscato Giallo Liquoroso: this is the fortified version of the above wine and its alcohol content is 14 per cent. It should be served at 14 to 15 degrees.
Trentino Moscato Rosa: this sweet, medium bodied rose' wine is produced from Moscato rosa grapes and its alcohol content is 12.5 per cent. It may be kept for a couple of years and is an after-meal wine. The bottle should be store vertically and the wine served at 12 degrees.
Trentino Moscato Rosa Liquoroso: it's the fortified version of the above wine.
Trentino Muller-Thurgau: produced from Muller-Thurgau grapes only, this dry and fruity white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Nosiola: this dry and slightly bitter white wine is produced from Nosiola grapes only and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It's at its best during its firs year and is recommended for all types of food, especially during the summer months. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Pinot Bianco: produced from Pinot bianco grapes only, this dry and slightly bitter white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is suitable for fish antipasti , vegetable soup and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Pinot Bianco Spumante: it's the spumante variety of the above mentioned wine.
Trentino Pinot Grigio: this full bodied and dry white wine is produced from Pinot grigio grapes only and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Trentino Pinot Grigio Spumante: it's the spumante variety of the above wine and should be served at 5 degrees.
Trentino Pinot Nero: produced from Pinot nero grapes only, this dry and pleasantly bitter red wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It may be kept for up to 2 years and is recommended for red and white meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Trentino Pinot Nero Riserva: same as the above wine, but this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It may be kept for 3 to 4 years and is recommended for game dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Trentino Pinot Nero Spumante: it's the spumante variety of the above wine and should be served at 5 degrees.
Trentino Riesling Italico: this dry and pleasantly acidy white wine is produced from Riesling italico grapes only and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drnk when very young and is recommended for fish antipasti, fish risotto and fish soup. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Trentino Riesling Renano: this dry and pleasantly acidy white wine is produced from Riesling renano grapes only and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when very young and is suitable for fish dishes. Store the bottle vertically and serve the wine at 8 degrees.
Trentino Traminer Aromatico: this dry white wine is produced from Traminer aromatico grapes only and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for antipasti, soups and cheese. Store the bottle vertically and serve the wine at 10 degrees.
Trentino Vinsanto: this slightly sweet white wine is produced from Nosiola grapes and goes through the appassimento process, which ensures the wine has an alcohol content of 16 per cent. It's aged for 3 years before being bottled and is recommended as an after-meal wine. It may be kept for a few years and served at 13 degrees.

Wine produced in various valleys

Casteller: it's produced from Schiava gentile and/or Schiava grossa (30%), Merlot (20%), Lambrusco (40%) and other grapes recommended by the Trento province (10%). On the palate it is dry and sometimes slightly sweet. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.

Around the Corona mountain

Sorni Bianco: the grapes used to produce this dry white wine are Nosiola (at least 70%), Muller-Thurgau, Pinot bianco and Sylvaner verde. Its alcohol content is 10 per cent and it should be drunk within its first year. It may accompany all types of food, the bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Sorni Rosso: this dry red wine is produced from the following grapes: Schiava gentile, Schiava grossa (at least 70%), Schiava grigia, Teroldego (20% to 30%) and Lagrein. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent and it should be drunk when young. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Sorni Rosso Scelto: it's the above wine, but produced from carefully selected grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first and second year. It should be served at 18 degrees.

Wines from the Campo Rotaliano

Teroldego Rotaliano Rosato: Produced from Teroldego grapes. It's a rose wine, pleasant on the nose but not very intense. It is dry on the palate, slighty bitter with a hint of almonds. Its minimm content in alcohol is 11.5 per cent. It is at its best during its first 2 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at a temperature of 12 degrees Celsius.
Teroldego Rotaliano Rosso: this dry, medium bodied and slighlty bitter red wine is produced only from Teroldengo grapes. Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and may be kept for up to 3 years. It is suited to accompany white meat or boiled meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Teroldego Rotaliano Superiore: this full bodied dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced from Teroldengo grapes only. It is aged for 2 years before being bottled. Its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It may be kept for 2 or 3 years and is best suited for game dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at room temperature.

Veneto

Venice's region is Italy's leader in the production and commerce of classified wine. A major share of the DOC (representing about 225 million bottles a year) consists of the Verona trio of Soave, Bardolino and Valpolicella. But since DOC represents less than a fifth of the region's total, the Veneto also figures as a major producer and exporter of unclassified table wines, often of moderate price.

There are three general areas of premium production: the western province of Verona in the hills between Lake Garda and the town of Soave; the central hills in the provinces of Vicenza, Padova and Treviso; the eastern plains of the Piave and Tagliamento river basins along the Adriatic coast northeast of Venice.

Red Wines

Bardolino: it's made from grapes Corvina veronese for 35% to 65%, Rondinella for 10% to 40%, Molinara for 10% to 20% and Negrara up to 10%. Other grape varieties may be included up to 15%: Rossignola, Barbera, Sangiovese, Garganega. The wine resulting from these grapes is dry, slightly bitter and sometimes slightly fizzy. Its minimum alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. This wine should be drunk when it is young, which means that the bottle can be kept in a vertical position. Serve it at around 16 degrees Centigrade.
Varieties: Bardolino Chiaretto (pink colour), Bardolino Superiore (if aged until the 31st December of the year following harvest, and has a minimum alcohol content of 11.5 per cent; it should be served at 18 degrees), Bardolino Classico (it only means that the wine is produced in the most traditional and old wine area).
Valpolicella: it's made from Corvina veronese grapes for 40% to 70%, Rondinella for 20% to 40% and Molinara for 5% to 25%. Other grapes, like Rossignola, Negrara trentina, Barbera, Sangiovese may be used, as long as this variety of grapes is present in the same vineyards. This wine's colour is medium intensity ruby and changes slightly when the wine ages. On the nose this wine is delicate and may recall bitter almonds. On the palate it is dry, velvity, full-bodied, slightly bitter. Its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best in its first year, and should be served at a temperature of 11 degrees.
Varieties: Valpolicella Superiore (minimum alcohol content 12 per cent and aged until the 31st December of the year following harvest, can be aged for up to 3 years and served at 18 degrees); Valpolicella Recioto or Recioto della Valpolicella (made from the same grapes as Valpolicella but that have gone through the appassimento, bringing the alcohol content to 12 per cent, to be served between 14 and 16 degrees);Valpolicella Amarone or Recioto della Valpolicella Amarone (dry version of the above, may be kept for a few years and is excellent for game dishes; the wine should be served at room temperature); Valpolicella Recioto Spumante (it's the spumante version of the Recioto della Valpolicella); Valpolicella Recioto Liquoroso (Recioto with a higher alcohol content, 16 per cent, and is suitable for desserts); Valpolicella Classico or Recioto della Valpolicella Classico (this only means that the wine is produced in the most traditional and old wine area); Valpolicella-Valpantena and Recioto della Valpolicella- Valpantena (the Valpantena name means that the wines come from that area).
Colli Berici Cabernet: this wine is made from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon. It's colour is ruby and tends towards orange as it ages. On the nose it is intense, on the palate it is dry, full bodied and tannic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk until it reaches 3 years, and should be served with salami, very tasty main courses and cheese. The bottle should be stored in a horizontal position and the wine served at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Varieties: Colli Berici Cabernet Riserva (is aged for 3 years and its alcohol content is 12.5 per cent; it is best suited for roast meat, game dishes, hard cheese; the wine should be served at room temperature); Colli Berici Garganega (is produced from Garganega grapes blended with up to a maximum of 10% of Trebbiano di Soave; it should be drunk very young and is best suited to accompany river and lake fish; Note: this is a white wine); Colli Berici Merlot (made from Merlot grapes only, it is a full bodied wine with a minimum alcohol content of 11 per cent; it is at its best in the 2nd and 3rd year and is most recommended to accompany boiled meat and cheese; it should be served at a temperature varying between 16 and 18 degrees); Colli Berici Pinot Bianco (made from Pinot Bianco grapes and blended with Pinot Grigio grapes up to a maximum of 15%; it should be drunk very young and is most suited for antipasti, risotto and fish; Note: this is a white wine); Colli Berici Sauvignon (made from Sauvignon grapes and up to 10% of Garganega grapes; it is dry and its alcohol content is 11 per cent; it should be drunk young and is most recommended for accompanying Venetian fish dishes; Note: this is a white wine); Colli Berici Tocai Bianco (made from Tocai Bianco grapes and blended with up to 10% of Garganega grapes; it should be drunk very young to accompany grilled and boiled fish and young cheese; serving temperature: 8 to 10 degrees Centigrade; Note: this is a white wine); Colli Berici Tocai Rosso (produced form Tocai rosso grapes with the addition of up to 10% of Garganega grapes; it has a ruby colour, it is dry on the palate, slightly bitter; its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent and shoul be drunk during its first 3 years; it can be served with fish (even if it is a red wine), ham, salami and cheese, and slightly fresh).
Breganze Rosso: this wine is produced from Merlot grapes to which other grapes can be added for up to 15% (Marzemino, Groppello gentile, Cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot nero, Freisa). This wine has a very bright ruby colour, on the nose it is very characteristic and on the palate it is dry, full boddied and slightly tannic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when young, not older than 2 years. It is suitable to accompany a whole meal and the wine should be served at a temperature of 16 degrees.
Breganze Cabernet: is made from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon. On the nose it has a very characteristic flavour, very intense and pleasant. It tastes dry, full bodied and tannic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and is at its best during its first 2 years. It is best suited to accompany white meat and roast dishes. The bottle should be stored in a horizontal position and the wine served at a temperature of 18 degrees.

Varieties: Breganze Cabernet Superiore (its alcohol content is 12 per cent, is suited for red meat dishes and should be served at a temperature of 20 degrees); Breganze Pinot Nero (made from Pinot nero grapes and has a minimum alcohol content of 11.5 per cent; it should be drunk during its first 2 years and is most suited for lamb dishes); Breganze Pinot Nero Superiore: (with alcohol content of 12 per cent and can be drunk when aged up to 3 years)
Colli Euganei Rosso: this wine is produced mainly from Merlot grapes (60% to 80%); other grapes are Cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Barbera and Raboso veronese. Its colour is deep red. On the palate it may be dry or semi-sweet. Its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be kept for 2 to 3 years before drinking. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at a temperature of 18 degress Centigrade.

Varieties: Colli Euganei Rosso Spumante (the Spumante version), Colli Euganei Rosso Superiore (minimum alcohol content of 12 per cent, best suited for meat dishes), Colli Euganei Cabernet (made from Cabernet and/or Cabernet franc grapes, may be kept for up to 3 years, best suited for salamis and white meat roast dishes), Colli Euganei Cabernet Superiore (it is aged for a year before being bottled, minimum alcohol content of 12 per cent, should be drunk between its third and fifth year and is best suited to accompany roast duck dishes), Colli Euganei Merlot (produced from Merlot grapes, may be dry or sweet on the palate, minimum alcohol content of 11 per cent, should be drunk in its second or third year and served at a temperature of 18 degrees), Colli Euganei Merlot Superiore (is aged for 1 year before being bottled, may be kept for 3 years and is best suited to accompany goat dishes).

White Wines

Bianco di Custoza: it's made from grapes Trebbiano for 35% to 45%, Garganega for 20% to 30%, Tocai Friulano for 5% to 15%, Cortese and/or Malvasia Toscana and/or Riesling Italico for 20% to 30%. The wine these grapes give has a light yellow colour, the taste is dry and slightly bitter. It should be drunk during its first year and served with boiled fish dishes and fresh cheese at a temperature of 8 degrees. The bottle may be stored in a vertical position.
Gambellara: this wine is made from Garganega grapes, to which a maximum of 20% of Trebbiano di Soave or Trebbiano Toscano may be added. The wine is dry or slightly sweet and has a minimum alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It is best drunk when young, when it is not more than a year old. The bottle can be stored in a vertical position and the wine should be served at a temperature of 8 degrees Centigrade.
Varieties: Gambellara Superiore 11.5 per cent alcohol, and should be served at a temperature of 10 degrees; Gambellara Recioto or Recioto di Gambellara 12 per cent in alcohol content and is at its best in its first 2 years; Gambellara Recioto Spumante is the corresponding Spumante 'version', to be served at a temperature of 8 degrees; Gambellara Vin Santo or Vin Santo di Gambellara is a wine where the 'appassimento' has caused the alcohol content to become 14 per cent.
Soave: this wine is made from Garganega grapes to which up to 30% of Trebbiano Soave or Trebbiano Toscano grapes can be added. The wine is dry and has a minimum alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young, and not after its first year. The bottle can be stored in a vertical position, and the wine served at a temperature not exceeding 8 degrees Centigrade.
Varieties: Soave Superiore (the wine can be called with this name when the Soave has aged until the 30th of June of the year following the harvest and has a minimum alcohol content of 11.5 per cent); Soave Spumante (is the Spumante 'version' of this wine and is very dry; it is a very good Spumante for aperitives but not suitable for desserts; it should be served at a temperature of 5 to 6 degrees; Soave Recioto or Recioto di Soave (is made from the same grapes as the Soave but after the 'appassimento' stage, which brings the alcohol content to 13 per cent; this is an excellent wine for accompanying desserts such as Panettone, and should be served at a temperature of 12 degrees); Soave Recioto Spumante (is made from the Recioto di Soave with natural fermentation); Soave Recioto Liquoroso (it's the Recioto di Soave made stronger with the addition of alcohol or some other procedure defined by the law; it may be kept for a few years); Soave Classico and Recioto di Soave Classico (the 'Classico' term only means that the wine is produced in the most traditional and old area).
Breganze Bianco: Is produced from Tocai friulano grapes and can be blended with other grapes up to 15% (Pinot bianco and grigio, Riesling italico, Sauvignon, Vespaiolo). It is dry, fresh and full bodied. The miimum alcohol content is 11 per cent and the wine should be drunk young, before its second year, and served at a temperature of 8 degrees. The bottle may be stored in a vertical position.
Breganze Pinot Bianco: is made from Pinot bianco grapes. It has a very light colour, on the palate it is dry and fresh. Its minimum alcohol content is 11.5 per cent and should be drunk within one year of age. It is best suited for fish and shellfish dishes. The bottle may be stored vertically and the wine served at a low temperature not exceeding 8 degrees.
Varieties: Breganze Pinot Bianco Superiore (its alcohol content is 12 per cent).
Breganze Pinot Grigio: it is produced from Pinot grigio grapes and may have pink shades in its usually light yellow colour. It has a very characteristic and delicate perfume. On the palate it is dry and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year, and is best suited to accompany fish dishes. It should be served at a temperature not exceeding 8 degrees.
Varieties: Breganze Pinot Grigio Superiore (its only difference is the alcohol content of 12 per cent)
Breganze Vespaiolo: is produced from Vespaiolo grapes. Its colour varies from pale to dark straw. On the nose it is very fruity, on the palate fresh and full bodied. It should be drunk young, when not older than one year and served at a temperature not exceeding 8 degrees.
Varieties: Breganze Vespaiolo Superiore (its alcohol content is 12 per cent and is best suited to accompany ham, salami, cheese).
Colli Euganei Bianco: is produced from the following grapes: Garganega (30% to 50%), Prosecco (10% to 30%), Tocai friulano and/or Sauvignon (20% to 40%), Pinella, Pinot bianco, Riesling italico or Chardonnay (up to 20%). On the palate it may be dry or amabile (semi-sweet). If it is semi-sweet, this must be mentioned on the label. Its minimum alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when very young and not more than one year old. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at a temperature of 8-10 degrees.
Varieties: Colli Euganei Spumante (Spumante of the above mentioned wine. It may be dry or semi-sweet and should be served at 5 degrees); Colli Euganei Bianco Superiore: (its minimum alcohol content is 12 per cent and is best suited to accompany salami and sausages, soups and sea-food. It should be served at a temperature of 10 degrees).
Colli Euganei Moscato: this wine is produced from Moscato bianco grapes (95%) and other grapes from authorised vineyards (5%). On the nose it is fruity, on the palate it is sweet and may be slightly fizzy. It should be drunk within it first year and is best suited to accompany desserts. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at a temperature of 10 degrees.
Varieties: Colli Euganei Moscato Spumante: (it's the Spumante version of the above mentioned wine); Colli Euganei Pinot Bianco (made from Pinot bianco grapes (90%) and other grapes (10%), may be dry or semi-sweet, its minimum alcohol content being 11 per cent and is at its best during its first year; serve it at a temperature of 8 degrees); Colli Euganei Pinot Bianco Superiore (minimum alcohol content of 12 per cent, best suited to accompany fish dishes)
Colli Euganei Tocai Italico: this wine is produced from Tocai italico grapes (90%) and other authorised grapes (10%). It may be dry or sweet on the palate and the minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best when very young. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at a temperatue of 8 degrees.
Variety: Colli Euganei Tocai Italico Superiore (minimum alcohol content of 12 per cent, is best suited for soups, eggs, frog and snail dishes; it should be served at a temperature of 10 degrees).
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco: this wine wine is produced mainly from Prosecco grapes. Up to 10% of Verdiso grapes may be added if the grape is grown in the same vineyard. Up to 15% of Pinot Grigio or Bianco may be also be added. This wine is fruity on the palate especially in the amabile (semi-sweet) and dolce (sweet) varieties. Its minimum content in alcohol is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young, not older than one year old. The dry variety may accompany a whole meal, whereas the amabile and dolce varieites are best suited for desserts. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at a temperature of 8 degrees.
Varieties: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Frizzante (it's the fizzy version of the above and is dry or amabile on the palate); Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Spumante (up to 25% of it may be Pinot Grigio or Bianco, may be dry or amabile , minimmum alcohol content of 11 per cent, should be drunk when not older than one year, serving temperature of 6 degrees); Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze (from the area of Cartizze, with an alcohol content of 11 per cent for the Prosecco Tranquillo and Prosecco Frizzante, 11.5 per cent for the Prosecco Spumante).

Red and White wines from the hills around Treviso

Montello e Colli Asolani Cabernet: produced from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and sometimes by adding up to 15 of Malbeck, this wine's colour is deep red. On the palate it is dry, full bodied and tannic. Its alcohol content is 115 per cent. It is at its best in its second or third year and is best suited for accompanying pork and chicken dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontaly and the wine served at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Montello e Colli Asolani Cabernet Superiore: similar to the previous wine, but this one has been aged for 2 years. It may be kept for up to 3 years and should be served at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Montello e Colli Asolani Merlot: is produced from Merlot grapes for at least 85%. Other grapes used may be Malbeck, Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon. The colour is a deep ruby red that tends towards orange with age. On the palate it is dry and full bodied, slightly tannic. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk during its first or second year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 or 18 degrees.
Montello e Colli Asolani Merlot Superiore: the difference between this wine and the above one is that this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled, of which one in a barrel. Its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It is suitable for risotto, boiled meat, goat meat and strong cheese.
Montello e Colli Asolani Prosecco: is produced from Prosecco grapes (at least 85%) and other grapes like Pinot bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling Italico, Verduzzo trevigiano, Bianchetta trevigiana. On the palate it is dry with a hint of almonds. If fizzy it is sweet. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young, when not older than a year. It is suitable to accompany a whole meal. The bottle should be stored in a vertical position and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Montello e Colli Asolani Prosecco Spumante: this wine derives from the preceding one thorugh a natural process of fermentation. On the palate it may be dry or sweet. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when not older than one year. It should be served at a temperature of 8 degrees.

Wines from the plains of Western Veneto

Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet: is produced from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. It has a deep ruby colour that tends toward orange with age. On the palate it is dry, full bodied, slightly acid and tannic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best in its second and third year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet Riserva: is called Riserva after having aged for 3 years and if its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. Thereafter, it may be kept for another 3 years. It is best suited for game and roast dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet Franc: is produced from Cabernet franc (at least 90%) and other grapes. On the palate it is dry, full bodied and velvety. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its 2nd and 3rd year. It may be served with all types of food and at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet Franc Riserva: this wine is aged for 3 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It may be kept for another 3 years and is best suited for red meat dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet Sauvignon: it is produced with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and up to 10% with other grapes. Its colour is red but tends towards orange with ageing. On the palate it is dry and full bodied. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk in its second or third year. It is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva: it is aged for 3 years before being bottled and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent.
Lison-Pramaggiore Chardonnay: this white wine is produced mainly from Chardonnay grapes. Other grapes may be used too, but only up to 10% of the total quantity. On the palate it is dry with a smooth sensation. It should be drunk during its first months and served a temperature of 8 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Merlot: this red or rose' wine is produced mainly from Merlot grapes. Other grapes, up to 10% of the total quantity, may be added. On the palate it is dry and slightly tannic. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and is at its best during its first 3 years. The rose' variety should be drunk within its first year and served at 12 degrees, while the red variety can be kept for a few years and served at 16/18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Merlot Riserva: Same as the above, but has been aged for 2 years. Also, its alcoholic contents are 11.5 per cent. It is recommended to accompany salami, pork and poultry dishes. It should be served at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Pinot Bianco: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Pinot bianco grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when not older than one year. It is recommended to accompany antipasti , fish dishes and soup. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Pinot Grigio: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when not older than one year. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine swerved at 8 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Refosco dal peduncolo rosso: this deep red, dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced mainly from Refosco grapes (90%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first 2 years. It is recommended for game dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Riesling Italico: this dry and slightly acid white wine is produced mainly from Riesling italico grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when not older than one year. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Sauvignon: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Sauvignon grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when very young. It is recommended to accompany antipasti , risotto and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Spumante: this is more a category then a wine. The wines in this categry have a fine and persistant foam and not more than 35g/liter of sugar.
Lison-Pramaggiore Tocai Italico: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Tocai italico grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable to accompany all dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Tocai Italico Lison Classico: this wine is produced from Tocai italico grapes only and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It should be served at 10 degrees.
Lison-Pramaggiore Verduzzo: this dry and slightly tannic white wine is produced mainly from Verduzzo grapes (90%). It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable to accompany all dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Piave Cabernet:is produced from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon grapes (at least 90%). The remaining percentage is made from grapes coming from other traditional vineyards. Its colour tends towards orange with ageing. On the palate it is dry, medium-bodied, slightly tannic and characteristic. Its minimum alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It is at its best during its first 3 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Piave Cabernet Riserva: same as the above, but has been aged for 3 years. Also, its alcohol contents are 12.5 per cent. It is recommended to accompany roast or game dishes. Once bottled, it can be kept for another 3 years. It should be served at room temperature.
Piave Merlot: this deep red dry and medium bodied red wine is produced mainly from Merlot grapes (95%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It may be kept for up to 2 years and is suited to accompany all dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 to 18 degrees.
Piave Merlot Vecchio: it is called vecchio after having been aged for 2 years. It should be served at room temperature.
Piave Pinot Bianco: this white wine is produced from Pinot bianco grapes (95%) and up to 5% of other grapes. It is full bodied on the palate and its alcohol contents are 11.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young, not older than one year. It is best suited to fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Piave Pinot Grigio: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes (95%) and its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent. It is at its best during its first year but may be kept for up to 2 years and it is best suited to accompany fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees
Piave Pinot Nero: it is made for 95% from Pinot grapes. Other red grapes from other traditional vinyards can be used for the remaining 5%. On the palate it can be dry or slightly sweet and its alcohol contents are 11.5%. It is at its best during its first 3 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at a temperature of 18 degrees.
Piave Pinot Nero Riserva: this is the same wine as above but it has been aged for at least 2 years. Its alcohol content is 12.5 per cent. It is recommended for accompanying rabbit, lamb and pork dishes. It should be served at room temperature.
Piave Raboso: this dry, slightly acid and tannic red wine is produced from Raboso del Piave and/or Raboso veronese grapes
Piave Tocai Italico: this dry, fresh and slightly aromatic white wine is produced mainly from Tocai italico grapes (95%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended to accompany fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Piave Verduzzo: this white wine is produced from Verduzzo trevigiano and /or friulano (95%) and other grapes. On the palate it is dry and pleasant. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is suitable for all types of food but should be drunk when very young and served at a temperature of 8 degrees.

Friuli V.G.

The Grave Friulane

Grave del Friuli Rosato: this wine is produced from Merlot grapes (from 70% to 80%) and other grapes (Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Nero, Refosco). It is a full-bodied rose' wine with a dry taste. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and served at a temperature of 14 centigrade.
Grave del Friuli Rosato Superiore: same as the above but its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Cabernet Superiore: its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Cabernet Franc: it's produced with Cabernet Franc grapes (at least 85%). Sometimes other grapes go into the production such as Refosco. Its colour is deep red and on the palate it is dry and the alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best during the first and second year and is recommended for accompanying white meat dishes, weather roasted or grilled. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees Centigrade.
Grave del Friuli Cabernet Franc Superiore: its minimum alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Cabernet Sauvignon: it's produced from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes (at least 85%). Another grape used in the production can be the Refosco one. Its colour is deep-red and it is dry on the palate. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and it is best suited for accompanying red meat and game dishes. It may be kept for up to 2 years, the bottle being stored in a horizontal position and the wine served at 18 degrees Centigrade.
Grave del Friuli Cabernet Sauvignon Superiore: its minimum alcohol content is 12 per cent
Grave del Friuli Chardonnay: this white wine is produced from Chardonnay grapes for 85% of the whole quantity. The remaining 15% are grapes from vinyards of the same area. It is dry on the palate, velvity and smooth. Its alcohol contents are 10.5 per cent. It is at its best during its first year and should be served at a temperature of 6/7 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Chardonnay Superiore: its alcohol content is 11.5 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Merlot: this red wine is produced from Merlot grapes. Other grapes like Refosco nostrano may be added. On the palate it is dry and velvety. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first or second year and is suited to accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Merlot Superiore: its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Bianco: this white wine is produced from Pinot bianco grapes for at least 85%. On the palate it is dry, velvety and soft. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. It is best suited to accompany antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Bianco Superiore: its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Grigio: this dry and full bodied white wine is produced from Pinot grigio grapes for at least 85%. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is best suited to accompany antipasti , fish dishes and fried food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Grigio Superiore: its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Nero: this red wine is made from Pinot nero grapes for at least 85%. Other grapes used are Refosco and grapes coming from the surrounding vineyards. It tastes dry, its alcohol content is 11 per cent and may be kept for up to 3 years. It is recommended to accompany porc dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Pinot Nero: its alcohol content is 12 per cent
Grave del Friuli Refosco dal peduncolo rosso: this dry red wine is produced from Refosco dal peduncolo rosso grapes. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and may be kept for up to 2 years. It may accompany red meat and white meat dishes and cheese. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Refosco dal peduncolo rosso Superiore:its alcohol content is 12 per cent
Grave del Friuli Riesling Renano: it's produced from Riesling renano grapes for at least 85%. Its colour is light yellow with green shades. it is dry and fruity has an alcohol content of 11 per cent, should be drunk when not older than one year and is particularly suited to accompany antipasti, vegetables, risotti with vegetables and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Riesling Renano Superiore: its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Sauvignon: this white dry and fresh wine is produced mainly from Sauvignon grapes(85%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and it is at its best during the first year. It is suited for accompanying antipasti , egg dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 7 or 8 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Sauvignon Superiore: Its alcohol content is 12 per cent
Grave del Friuli Tocai Friulano: this dry white wine, with s slight hint of almonds, is produced mainly from Tocai friulano grapes (85%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. Its is recommended as an aperitive, or to accompany antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Tocai Friulano Superiore: Its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Grave del Friuli Traminer Aromatico: this dry and full bodied white wine is produced mainly from Traminer aromatico grapes (85%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk when young. Its is recommended to accompany very tasty food, like shell fish and spicy cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Traminer Aromatico Superiore: Its alcohol content is 12 per cent
Grave del Friuli Verduzzo Friulano Asciutto: this dry, slightly tannic and full bodied white wine is produced mainly from Verduzzo friulano grapes (85%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and should be drunk when young. Its is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Grave del Friuli Verduzzo Friulano Frizzante: this white wine is fizzy and may have a bitter or sweet taste. Because of this it is mainly recommended for desserts.
Grave del Friuli Verduzzo Friulano Superiore: Its alcohol content is 12 per cent.
Isonzo Cabernet: this dry, full bodied and pleasant red wine is produced from Cabernet franc and/or Sauvignon grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It is at its best during its first 3 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Isonzo Malvasia Istriana: this dry white wine is produced from Merlot grapes and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended to accompany sea food dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Isonzo Merlot: this dry and full bodied red wine is produced from Merlot grapes and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It may be kept for up to 2 years and may accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Isonzo Pinot Bianco: this dry, velvety tasting and pleasant white wine is produced from Pinot bianco grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is best suited to accompany risotto and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Isonzo Pinot Grigio: produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suited to accompany fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Isonzo Riesling Renano: produced from Riesling renano grapes for at least 90%, this dry and medium bodied white wine is at its best during its first year. It is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Isonzo Sauvignon: produced from Sauvignon grapes for at least 90%, this dry and medium bodied white wine should be drunk within its first year. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and is recommended for grilled fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Isonzo Tocai Friulano: produced from Tocai friulano grapes for at least 90%, this dry and full bodied white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when young and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Isonzo Traminer Aromatico: produced from Traminer aromatico grapes for at least 90%, this dry and full bodied white wine should be drunk when very young. It is recommeded to accompany fish and white meat dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Isonzo Verduzzo Friulano: produced from Verduzzo friulano grapes for at least 90%, this dry and slightly tannic white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It's at its best when very young and is suitable to accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.

Wines from the plain

Aquileia Rosato: this dry and full bodied rose' wine is produced from Merlot grapes (70% to 80%), Cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Refosco with peduncolo rosso , Refosco nostrano. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and can accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 14 degrees.
Aquileia Cabernet: this dry red wine is produced mainly from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon grapes (95%). Other grapes include Refosco. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent as can be kept for up to 2 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Aquileia Cabernet Franc: this dry red wine is produced from Cabernet franc grapes. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and may be kept for up to 2 years. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Aquileia Cabernet Sauvignon: produced mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, this dry red wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It may be kept for up to 2 years and is suitable for accompanying white meat and red meat roast dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Aquileia Merlot: produced mainly from Merlot grapes (at least 90%), this dry red wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Aquileia Pinot Bianco: produced mainly from Pinot bianco grapes (90%), this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Aquileia Pinot Grigio: produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes (90%), this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for white meat and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Aquileia Refosco dal peduncolo rosso: this dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced mainly from Refosco dal peduncolo rosso grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Aquileia Riesling Renano: this dry and slightly acid white wine is produced mainly from Riesling renano grapes and its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when very young and is recommended for antipasti , fish dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Aquileia Sauvignon: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Sauvignon grapes (90%) and has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk when very young and is suitable for antipasti , fish dishes and fried food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Aquileia Tocai Friulano: produced mainly from Tocai friulano grapes (90%), this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 10.5 per cent. It should be drunk when very young and is suitable for fish dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 to 10 degrees.
Aquileia Traminer Aromatico: this dry and full bodied white wine is produced mainly from Traminer aromatico grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk when very young ans is recommended for very tasty dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Aquileia Verduzzo Friulano: produced mainly from Verduzzo friulano grapes, this dry, slightly tannic and medium bodied white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for fish dishes, fried food and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Latisana Cabernet: this red, dry and valvety tasting wine is produced from Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Franc grapes. Its alcohol content is 11 per cent and may be kept for up to 2 years. It is recommended for meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Latisana Merlot: this dry red wine is produced mainly from Merlot grapes (90%) and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best for 2 years and is suitable for al types of food. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Latisana Pinot Bianco: produced mainly from Pinot bianco grapes (90%), this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first year. It is suitable for antipasti , fish dishes and fresh cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Latisana Pinot Grigio: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced mainly from Pinot grigio grapes (90%) and has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Latisana Refosco: this dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced mainly from Refosco nostrano and/or Refosco dal peduncolo rosso grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It's at its best during its first 2 years and is suitable for pork dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Latisana Tocai Friulano: produced mainly from Tocai friulano grapes (90%), this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and may accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Latisana Verduzzo Friulano: this dry, slightly tannic and full bodied white wine is produced mainly from Verduzzo friulano grapes and its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.

Wines from the Eastern valleys

Colli Orientali del Friuli Cabernet: produced from Cabernet franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Its colour is bright red. It is dry on the palate and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first 2 years. It is recommended for lamb and goat dishes and should be served at 18 centigrade.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Cabernet Riserva: produced from the same grapes as the above, it has been aged for 2 years. It may be kept for 2 or 3 years, is best sited for red meat dishes and should be served at room temperature.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Merlot: this red wine is produced from Merlot grapes. It is a full bodied whine and is dry on the palate. Its alcohol content is 12 per cent and is at its best during its first 2 years. It is suited to accompany all types of dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Merlot Riserva: this wine is the same as the above one, but has been aged for 2 years before being bottled. It's at its best after 2 years in the bottle and is suitable for white meat dishes like turkey and duck. The wine should be served at room temperature.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit: this semi-sweet or sweet white wine is produced from Picolit grapes and its alcohol content is 15 per cent. It's at its best during its second and third year. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at between 6 and 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Picolit Riserva: it's the above wine that has been aged for 2 years before being bottled may be kept for another 3 years.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Pinot Bianco: this dry white wine is produced from Pinot bianco grapes and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It's at its best during its first year but may be kept for 2. It's recommended for fish dishes, the bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Pinot Grigio: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced from Pinot grigio grapes and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is suitable for boiled meat and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Pinot Nero: produced from Pinot nero grapes, this dry and slightly bitter red wine has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It's at its best during its firts 2 years and is recommended for white meat roast and pork dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Pinot Nero Riserva: it's the above wine that has been aged for 2 years before being bottled. It is recommended for roast meat dishes and shoould be served at room temperature.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Refosco: this dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced from Refosco nostrano and/or dal peduncolo rosso grapes and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is suitable for accompanying pork and white meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 18 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Refosco Riserva: it's the same wine as the above, but this one has been aged for 2 years before being bottled. It's recommended for game dishes and should be served at room temperature.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Ribolla: produced from Ribolla grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 12 per cent and is at its best during its first year. It's recommended for antipasti, fish dishes and cakes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Riesling Renano: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced from Riesling renano grapes and has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Sauvignon: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced from Sauvignon grapes and has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is recommended for antipasti , fish soups and fried dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Tocai Friulano: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced from Tocai friulano grapes and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at between 8 and 10 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Verduzzo (Asciutto): this dry, medium bodied and slightly tannic white wine is produced from Verduzzo grapes and its alcohol content is 12 per cent. It should be drunk when young and is suitable for fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Colli Orientali del Friuli Verduzzo (Dolce o Ramandolo): on the palate this wine is semi-sweet or sweet and it's recommended for desserts.
Collio: this white dry and slightly fizzy wine is produced mainly from Ribolla gialla grapes (45% to 55%). Other grapes include Malvasia istriana (25% tp 30%) and Tocai friulano (15% to 25%). Its alcohol content is 11 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and can accompany all types of food. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Collio Cabernet Franc: this dry red wine is produced from Cabernet franc grapes and has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It may be kept for up to 3 or 4 years and is recommended for red meat and game dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at room temperature.
Collio Malvasia: produced from Malvasia grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 11.5 per cent. It's at its best during its first year and is recommended for antipasti , fish soups and fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Collio Merlot: this dry and slightly bitter red wine is produced from Merlot grapes and has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It may be kept for 3 to 4 years and is recommended for white and red meat dishes. The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees when young and room temperature when older.
Collio Pinot Bianco: produced from Pinot bianco grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for antipasti and fish dishes like trout. Store the bottle vertically and serve the wine at 8 degrees.
Collio Pinot Grigio: produced from Pinot grigio grapes, this dry white wine has an alcohol content of 12.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for meat stuffed ravioli and boiled meat dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Collio Pinot Nero: produced from Pinot nero grapes, this dry and slightly bitter red wine has an alcohol content of 12.5 per cent. It may be kept for 3 to 4 years but is at its best during the second. It is recommended for white meat dishes like veal, the bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees when young and at room temperature when older.
Collio Riesling Italico: this dry and medium bodied white wine is produced from Riesling italico grapes and is at its best during its first year. Its alcohol content is 12 per cent and is recommended for fish antipasti, fish soup and other fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.
Collio Sauvignon: this dry white wine is produced from Sauvignon grapes and its alcohol content is 12.5 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and is recommended for spaghetti alle vongole and roast fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Collio Tocai Friulano: produced from Tocai friulano grapes, this dry, warm, medium bodied and sightly bitter white wine has an alcohol content of 12 per cent. It should be drunk within its first year and as an aperitive or with fish dishes. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 10 degrees.
Collio Traminer: produced from Traminer aromatico grapes, this dry and medium bodied white wine has an alcohol content of 12 per cent and is at its best during its first year. It is recommended for shell fish dishes and tasty cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 8 degrees.

Wines from the Carso area

Malvasia del Carso: this dry white wine is produced mainly from Malvasia Istriana grapes (85%) and grapes from other vineyards in the provinces of Gorizia and Trieste. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent and should be drunk within its first year. Its is best suited to accompany fish dishes, antipasti , eggs and fresh but tasty cheese. The bottle should be stored vertically and the wine served at 9 or 10 degrees.
Rosso del Carso: this dry and medium bodied red wine is produced mainly from Terrano grapes (70%) and grapes from other vineyards in the provinces of Gorizia and Trieste. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent and may be kept for up to 2 years, although it is at its best during its first year. It is suited to accompany all types of dishes, the bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.
Terrano del Carso: this dry, medium bodied and slightly acid red wine is produced mainly from Terrano grapes (85%) and other grapes include Piccola nera and/or Pinot nero. Its alcohol content is 10.5 per cent and is at its best during its first year. It is recommended to accompany very tasty dishes like gulasch . The bottle should be stored horizontally and the wine served at 16 degrees.

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