Taurasi 1. History Taurasi is one of southern Italy’s most celebrated wines, hailing from the Campania region and crafted from the Aglianico grape. Often referred to as the “Barolo of the South,” Taurasi became Italy’s first DOCG wine from the south in 1993. Its history, however, dates back much further, with the Aglianico grape having been cultivated in Campania since ancient Roman times. The vineyards around the town of Taurasi, located in the province of Avellino, benefit

Valpolicella Classico 1. History Valpolicella Classico is the traditional wine of the Valpolicella region in Veneto, an area with a winemaking history that stretches back centuries. The “Classico” designation refers to the historic heart of the Valpolicella region, where the finest vineyards are located. Using indigenous grape varieties—primarily Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara—Valpolicella Classico is typically a bright, lively red with fresh cherry and berry notes. While

Valpolicella Ripasso By Master Chef Gianluca Deiana Abis 1. History Valpolicella Ripasso, often referred to as the “baby Amarone,” originates in the Veneto region of northern Italy. The “ripasso” method, meaning “re-passed” in Italian, involves taking young Valpolicella wine and fermenting it a second time with the leftover grape skins and lees from the production of Amarone or Recioto. This traditional technique, first officially recognized in the 1960s, enriches the wine’s