About Regional Italian Wines

These are wines made from either indigenous or French varietals produced outside the glamour regions of Tuscany and Piedmont. Providing some of the world’s best wine experiences and values, wines such as Amarone, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and the varietal bottlings of northeastern Italy should be on everyone’s drinking list.

Top Picks for Regional Italian Wines

Cantina Zaccagnini 2021  Montepulciano dAbruzzo DOC
93 points
$18
Best Buy
A pizza and pasta wine for dining al fresco; tasty, nostalgia-filled happiness.
93 points $18 Best Buy
Lavis 2023  Pinot Noir
93 points
$19
Best Buy
For a leaner style of Pinot Noir this is beautiful; bright, crunchy red fruits highlighted by earthy mushroom and light herbs.
93 points $19 Best Buy
Centenero 2021  Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
92 points
$34
A round and savory Amarone with a earthy nose and a juicy creamy palate.
Contempo 2024  Montepulciano Dabruzzo DOC
89 points
$15
Best Buy
Meaty yet zesty bold red that showcases black berries and oak flourish.
89 points $15 Best Buy
Centenero 2022 1908 Valpolicella Ripasso DOC
89 points
$19
A fresh and fruity red wine with lingering notes of dried fruit and savory spices.
Contempo 2023  Montepulciano dAbruzzo
88 points
$11
Best Buy
Exactly what you want from a daily drinker or by the glass at your local Italian bistro.
88 points $11 Best Buy
Riva De La Rosa 2023  Frascati DOC
88 points
$16.98
A food friendly white wine with a little weight and texture that adds to the fresh fruit flavors; will go seamlessly from apps to light mains.
88 points $16.98
Villa Puccini 2022  Vermentino
88 points
$15
Best Buy
A light summer wine that is refreshing and a good choice to pair with some seafood or perhaps a Cacio e Pepe.
88 points $15 Best Buy
Cantina Zaccagnini 2023  Pinot Grigio
87 points
$17
A crisp and refreshing Pinot Grigio that would pair well with a savory fruit salsa.
Candoni 2022  Montepulciano dAbruzzo DOC
86 points
$13
Best Buy
A pleasing herbal lift will make this a natural pairing for pizza or well-seasoned pasta dishes.
86 points $13 Best Buy