In the past, Italy was called the "Land of Wine",and for years wine has been the most important Italian products in the world. The vines grow in every region. Yet, it wasn't until late in the 20th century that prosecco italy wines gained a reputation for products of the highest international quality. In the modern times, in response to pressure from winemakers, the laws have been “updated” to encourage experimentation with untraditional grape varieties and techniques. There are four different categories at the moment:
Vino da Tavola (VDT) - Simple everyday wine that carry neither a varietal name nor a vintage date.
Typical Geographic Indication, IGT- The government's purpose is to upgrade a major portion (about 40 percent) of Italy's table wine production by placing these categories on the same levels of the French Vin du Pays or German Landwein. The wine's label has to present its specific region and may cite varietal type and vintage. Growers or regional governments prosecco sparkling wine are required to apply for IGT status just as they do for a DOC or DOCG appellation. Currently, there are more than 100 IGTs.
Denomination of Controlled Origin, DOC - Wines presenting this appellation are registered by the government. Their labels must present clearly their zone of origin and the wines are required to meet certain production standards. Only approved methods of planting, cultivating and fertilizing can be used.
Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin, DOCG - The top of the categories, this appellation embraces all DOC assurances and further requires a producer to control and guarantee everything claimed on the wine's label: origin, contents, name of grower and bottler, place of bottling and product's alcohol strength. Affixed to the bottle is a government seal of approval, and the wine is subject to analysis at any time by government inspectors.
Our family, intrinsically tied to tradition and respect for all good things, wants to pass on our taste for hospitality, even if only in a virtual manner.
If you have any questions you would like to ask us, if you would like information on our up- coming events, or if you would like to taste and order our wine, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to accompany italiana vini you on a journey into our rich and fascinating world of top-quality Italian wines.
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