Italian Wine Basics & Guides

Donzella Wines logo featuring wine glass and grape leaf – authentic Italian wine merchant.

What to Do in Chianti Italy

Chianti offers an abundance of experiences for visitors of all kinds - from family-oriented agriturismos like Borgo La Capraia to exclusive wine tasting events at centuries-old estates. Discover Tuscan cuisine through cooking classes hosted by locals, before sampling...

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Donzella Wines logo featuring wine glass and grape leaf – authentic Italian wine merchant.

What is a Sweet Italian Wine?

Sweet Italian wines boast an array of distinct flavors. Some are created by drying grapes using an ancient technique called appassimento, yielding wines with higher sugar levels and rich, concentrated fruit aromas. Barolo Chinato features bitter orange marmalade and...

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