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Italy no longer stands in France’s shadow, and there is no longer any need for that. Geographically, Italy has everything it takes to produce an extensive range of beautiful wines, and it does! Slopes, great soil diversity, sunshine, a temperate climate—all essential elements for good viticulture—It possesses more than any other country.
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Wijn uit Italië bestellen

Wine from Italy you buy at Wijnclub Amsterdam.We have a large assortment of quality wines from small winemakers to exclusive top wines.

  • Exceptional wines from small winemakers (also organic, natural wine, and vegan)
  • Many popular wines with high scores on Vivino
  • All wines can be ordered by the bottle.
  • Clear information about grapes, origin, and vintage
  • Ordered before 15:00 = shipped the same working day
  • Delivery by cargo bike in Amsterdam
  • Pickup available in Amsterdam city center
  • Advice via telephone, email, WhatsApp, or by appointment
  • Customer rating 9+ via Webwinkelkeur

Order your favorite Wine from Italy at Wijnclub Amsterdam..

Bella Italy

There is much to discover in Italy when it comes to wine. It is one of the oldest wine-producing countries, with many authentic grape varieties that are often found only in small wine regions. There are 20 different wine regions in Italy, each with numerous sub-regions and their own classifications such as DOCG, DOC, and IGT. We have wines from many Italian wine regions in our assortment. View the information per region and the wines that come from there.

Out of the shadows

Italy no longer stands in France’s shadow, and there is no longer any need for that. Geographically, Italy has everything it takes to produce an extensive range of beautiful wines, and it does! Slopes, great soil diversity, sunshine, a temperate climate—It possesses all essential elements for good viticulture more than any other country. No other country can boast of having viticulture in literally every region. In Italy, that is from the far north to the deep south.

Wine regions:

Italy is divided into 5 climate zones, each with its own regions. The Alps and the Apennines are the determining factors for this.

North:

Central:

West:

Oost:

Islands:

Local traditions

For centuries, Italy has been a country of independent regions, each with its own distinct characteristics. This is also true in its cuisine and winemaking. External influences are often barely permitted. Yet, we are seeing this happen increasingly in the wine industry.

A good example is the enormous number of indigenous grape varieties. There are approximately 350 permitted or mandatory within the existing appellations, but the number of known varieties far exceeds that, approaching 1,000.

Of all those varieties, at least two deserve special mention: Nebbiolo and Sangiovese. The former thrives only in Piedmont and is inextricably linked to Barolo wines. The latter is planted in several parts of the country, but owes its famous reputation primarily to Chianti from Tuscany. Both produce famous red wines of international renown. In addition, there is a multitude of local varieties that are found nowhere else. Well, just name them: Cataratto (we have a delicious wine made from this! The Donnafugata Anthilia), Cortese (Gavi is made from this), Corvina, Dolcetto, Rossese, Turbania, Garganega (known for Soave), Susumanielo (from Puglia, the Zolla is a fine one!), and the efosco con Peduncole rosso. (From the North, also very beautiful!) Well, who doesn't know them…. an endless list, it just goes on.....

Labelling

Italy has a staggering number of individual wines and appellations. Following the new wine law of 1992, they can be divided into four categories:

– Vino da Tavola (VdT) – A designation for wines that are sometimes simple at a basic level, but in certain cases also experimental top wines in the past; however, these are nowadays usually classified as IGT or even DOC. A fine example is the top wine Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido. It was launched in the 1970s as Vino da Tavola because foreign grape varieties were used. Over the years, this wine rose to become a DOC of its own. Unique in Italy.

– Indicazione Geografica Protetta (IGP) – A kind of intermediate category for experimental wines that, for one reason or another, do not qualify for a traditional DOC (see below), for example because non-traditional grapes are used or unusual vinification techniques are applied. In theory, an IGP does not have the status of a DOC, but the market decides otherwise. This is particularly true for many wines made from non-traditional grape varieties, which are now planted throughout Italy. In these wines, we often see French Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and Chardonnay, among others. It is good to know that IGP wines regularly equal the quality of DOC wines and sometimes even surpass them. The producer is the deciding factor in this regard.

– Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) – The classic Italian designation of origin, comparable to the appellation contrôlée in France, relating to fixed wine legislation. There are rules for various viticultural disciplines, including the boundaries of the region, permitted grape varieties, yields, and production techniques.

– Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) – In theory, the top tier of Italy, with stricter rules than for the ‘ordinary’ DOC. However, the selection of the regions leaves room for some doubt.

Prosecco ??

A good example to mention here is the well-known Prosecco. It exists as a DOC, but also as a DOCG. For the DOCG, the wine must be made from the Glera grape and must originate from the Conegliano-Valdobbiodene region. For the DOC, another grape may be used, and it can come from a much larger area. You just have to know that!

Appassiment / Passimento / Passito

Op het gebied van vinificatietechnieken biedt Italië eveneens een grote diversiteit. Een van de meest in het oog springende gebruiken is het laten indrogen van al geplukte druiven. Deze techniek wordt de Appassimento techniek genoemd , vroeger alleen voor enkele recioto wijnen, echter tegenwoordig zien we het zeer veel met vooral soepele wijnen uit Veneto en uit Puglia. Het staat dan ook voor en door hun bekendheid ook pontificaal op het etiket vermeld. Het jammige van de wijnen spreekt veel mensen aan en daardoor zijn ze zeer populair in onze webshop. Een mooi voorbeeld is de Neropasso wijn.

Riserva en classico

In combination with a regional name, you frequently encounter the term Classico. This refers to the original core area of ​​a DOC, which usually also produces the best quality. Riserva refers to wines of superior quality with a mandatory aging period. The length depends on the individual DOC(G)s.

Buy Italian wine at Wijnclub Amsterdam

  • At Wine Club Amsterdam, we have a wide range of Italian wines. We even have the largest selection in stock in Amsterdam City Centre.
  • Everything is shipped from our own warehouse and personally packed by us.
  • Every wine can be ordered by the bottle and is delivered quickly!
  • Need help? Feel free to contact us!
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