Discover Amarone, Prosecco, Valpolicella, and Soave
The Veneto region represents one of Italy's most versatile and celebrated wine territories, producing everything from the powerful Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG to crisp, elegant whites. Stretching from the shores of Lake Garda to the foothills of the Dolomites, Veneto creates wines of exceptional character and remarkable diversity.
The region's winemaking excellence stems from its unique geography, innovative techniques like the appassimento method, and indigenous grape varieties that thrive in this varied terroir. Whether you're seeking powerful reds, sparkling Prosecco, or mineral-driven whites, Veneto offers wines for every palate and occasion.
Veneto boasts prestigious DOCG denominations representing the pinnacle of quality:
The region's DOC classifications showcase traditional winemaking:
Veneto's most distinctive contribution to winemaking is the appassimento method, where grapes are dried to concentrate sugars and flavors. This ancient technique creates the legendary Amarone della Valpolicella with its powerful 15-16% alcohol, dried fruit complexity, and decades of aging potential.
Ripasso della Valpolicella represents an innovative middle ground, where Valpolicella wine is re-fermented on Amarone grape skins, adding richness while maintaining approachability.
The Prosecco region produces Italy's most popular sparkling wines, with the finest examples from Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG and Asolo Prosecco DOCG. Made primarily from Glera grapes using the Charmat method, these wines offer fresh fruit, floral notes, and vibrant effervescence.
Beyond Prosecco, Veneto excels with still whites:
- Soave - Elegant Garganega-based wines with almond and citrus notes
- Lugana DOC - Rich, textured whites from Turbiana grapes
- Custoza DOC - Fresh, aromatic white blends
Venetian wines pair beautifully with the region's renowned cuisine:
The hills north of Verona produce some of Italy's most iconic red wines. The Classico heartland offers the finest expressions, with ancient terraces and limestone-rich soils creating wines of remarkable complexity.
East of Verona, volcanic soils impart distinctive minerality to Garganega wines. The best vineyards lie in the Classico zone's hillsides.
The steep, UNESCO-protected hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene create the finest Prosecco. The challenging terrain and varied exposures produce sparkling wines of exceptional finesse.
The moderating influence of Italy's largest lake creates ideal conditions for Bardolino and Lugana wines with fresh acidity and elegant structure.
Top Veneto wines develop remarkable complexity with proper cellaring:
Many Venetian producers embrace organic and biodynamic practices, protecting the region's diverse ecosystems from alpine foothills to coastal plains. Look for organic certifications supporting environmentally responsible winemaking.
Veneto represents Italian winemaking diversity at its finest, from powerful Amarone to elegant Prosecco, crisp Soave to rich Valpolicella Ripasso. The region's innovative techniques, indigenous varieties, and varied terroir create wines of exceptional character and remarkable versatility.
Explore our complete collection of Veneto wines to discover the perfect expression of Venetian winemaking excellence.