Wine Education Revival:

Wines of Italy

There is not a single doubt that wine plays an important role in Italian culture. For centuries, generation after generation have perfected the art of wine making.

Italy has the widest selection of wines than anywhere else in the world, and uses 605 unique grapes to produce them. Italy is most famous for wines made from its indigenous grapes. Classic Italian red wines include Barolo and Barbaresco (both made from the Nebbiolo grape), Chianti and Chianti Classico (from the Sangiovese grape), Amarone and Valpolicella (from the Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes), and Nero d’Avola wine (from the Nero d’Avola grape). Italy is also famous for its sparkling wines, especially Prosecco (produced from the grape Glera) and Moscato (from Moscato Bianco). In terms of Italian white wines, the most famous is Pinot Grigio which is made from the grape of the same name, as well as Gavi (from the Cortese grape), and Soave (from the Garganega grape). Italy also successfully makes wines from international grape varieties such Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Wines made in the mountains are often premium-priced with elegant flavours, while wines grown on flat terrain are easy-to-drink and affordable.

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Cost: $30 per person ($5 Off for Wine Club Members). 6+ wines to taste in a fun relaxing atmosphere! We only have 24 seats available so please purchase your tickets in advance.

Taught by, Rick McMaster

WSET Certified and Owner of Vino at the Landing and Reds Wine Bar in Kent.

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