Discover the Top Italian Wines to try in 2024
Famous for one of the most delicious cuisines and rich gastronomic culture, Italy has been producing top-quality, unique, and bold wines for centuries. Let’s dig into the list of the top Italian wines you must try on your next trip to the bel paese.
Winemaking in Italy started in prehistoric times, 4,000 years ago. When Greeks first arrived in Italy, they called it Oenotria- “the land of wine’. Through the centuries, Italian viniculture has developed and advanced to the extent that now, wine is an inseparable part of Italian culture.
‘Sassicaia’ 2019 – Tenuta San Guido
Have you ever wondered about the origin of the “Super Tuscan” wine label? The tale begins with Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta, who aspired to create an exceptional wine that could surpass the finest Bordeaux wines. Although his initial endeavour was not well-received by Italian wine critics, the brand successfully launched its first commercial vintage in 1968.
This iconic wine, made with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, boasts a bold and robust flavour profile of dark, rich fruit, cigar box spice, and a distinctive woodsmoke note due to barrel ageing. Sassicaia is a wine that can be aged for up to 30 years and pairs well with a variety of dishes. The taste of the wine is indeed phenomenal and truly worthy of the ‘Super Tuscan’ title.
For everyone who is on their journey of discovering the best Italian wines, here we share with you some of the top picks to try out in 2024.
Prunotto Barolo 2018 | Seen by many as the best wine in Italy
If you have not yet tried the Prunotto Barolo 2018, then now is the perfect time. Produced by one of the best North Italian Wineries, Prunotto Barolo 2018 is a sophisticated, strong wine with a complex character and flavour profile. This complex red, fully made of Nebbiolo grapes, is aged in oak barrels for at least 18 months. Touches of red fruits, tobacco, mushroom, and exotic spices give the wine an exceptional aroma. You can pair the wine with mature cheese, lamb, or grilled steak.
Tinazzi Vinum Italicum No. 3 Opera 2020
The wine that resembles elegance must be included in the list of Italian wines to try this year. If you enjoy wine made with Tinazzi style loaded with black fruit aromas, sweet spices, and chocolate, then this is the drink for you. It is made from Corvina, Primitivo, and Nero d’Avola grapes.
After harvesting, the fruits are fermented over 10-15 days and later kept in the oak barrels. This full-bodied red with a complex and vibrant taste must certainly be on your list of Italian wines.
La Spinetta Bricco Quaglia Moscato 2022
Regarded as one of the best wine producers in Piedmont, led by a visionary Giuseppe Rivetti and his son Giorgio, this family business has managed to create some of the most unique wines in the region. By following sustainable farming methods, Bricco Quaglia Vineyards produces top-quality grapes.
To make the wine, they use the Moscato d’Asti winemaking process, which includes a slow fermentation and later bottling under pressure. As a result, La Spinetta Bricco Quaglia Moscato 2022 offers a perfect balance between sweetness and refreshing acidity.
Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Barriques 2015
If you love Amarone, you must not miss Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Barriques 2015. Established and led by the Zeni family, the winery has been producing high-quality drinks since the 1950s. This particular wine is famous for its bold and affluent taste.
The fruit is first dried out during the winter season and later used to produce this delicious Amarone. The wine bursts with flavours of dried raisins, figs, and berries. You cannot forget the aroma of vanilla and species either. With its smooth texture, the wine goes perfectly with hearty meat dishes.
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Inama Vigneti di Foscarino Soave Classico 2020
Produced in the oldest white wine area in Northern Italy, this magnetic drink comes from the basaltic lava soil of the old pergola vineyards. The wine is made from Garganega grapes, which are only produced in this region due to the volcanic soil. This wine is a celebration of the earthly notes, flavours of honey, liquorice, and local field flowers.
With the additional notes of stone fruit and citrus, the wine reaches the level of a harmonious balance between tastes. With its dry finish and lively acidity, this drink can win the heart of anyone.
Tinazzi Campo delle Rose Bardolino Chiaretto 2021
If you’re a fan of a delicate Rose and are looking for a top pick from the Italian varieties, then Tinazzi Campo delle Rose Bardolino Chiaretto 2021 must be your first choice. The wine is made from Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes. All red grape varieties that are of equal importance in the wines of Valpolicella, in the province of Verona, at east of Lake Garda. With its lively pink colour, and intense aromas of cherries and raspberries, this Bardolino Chiaretto might be just the right drink for the hot summer days of 2023.
Italian wine is famous all over the world for its diverse varieties, and delicate, sophisticated tastes. Italy never fails to produce top-quality wines that become more and more popular every day. So, if you have not yet tried some of the best Italian wines, it’s time to enjoy them in 2023.
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