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The best wines of Italy: Our highlights for true moments of indulgence

Italy is one of the most diverse wine countries in the world. From traditional wine regions to modern cult wines, the country offers an impressive variety for discerning connoisseurs.

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Written by Redaktion AMEXperience 24.06.2025

Discover wine legends from Tuscany

Tuscany is considered the heart of Italian quality wine production. Around Chianti, Montalcino, and the Bolgheri coast, internationally renowned wines are created. In addition to the indigenous Sangiovese grape, Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot have been cultivated here since the 1970s. This gave rise to the success story of the Supertuscans.

  • Ilatraia – Brancaia
    A modern wine from southern Tuscany. Ilatraia impresses with accessibility, finesse, and freshness while maintaining depth.
  • Il Pino di Biserno, Lodovico – Tenuta di Biserno
    These red wines from the coastal region of Bibbona aim for international standards. They range from elegant to iconic and display great complexity.
  • Tignanello – Antinori
    This wine was a milestone in Tuscan winemaking and is considered the origin of the Supertuscans. It combines tradition with innovation.
  • Solaia – Antinori
    Solaia represents expressiveness and international class. The wine is powerful, deep, and well-balanced – a symbol of modern Italian oenology.
  • Redigaffi – Tua Rita
    A pure Merlot from Suvereto with monumental presence, dense structure, and silky tannins. A prime example of excellence beyond big names.
  • Brunello di Montalcino and Lux Vitis – Luce della Vite
    Luce combines Tuscan wine tradition with modern style. Brunello embodies classical elegance, while Lux Vitis impresses with international grape varieties.
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Experience intense wine enjoyment from Veneto

Veneto is known for its aromatically intense wines, with Amarone della Valpolicella taking center stage. By drying the grapes, a concentrated and complex red wine is created. The region represents traditional winemaking with a strong spirit of innovation.

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Amarone della Valpolicella – Torre d’Orti
A powerful Amarone with aromas of dried fruit, cocoa, and spicy notes. Torre d’Orti is a family-run winery that combines quality with authenticity

Piedmontese winemaking full of elegance

Piedmont is one of Italy’s most renowned wine regions. The combination of alpine climate, calcareous soils, and traditional grape varieties like Barbera and Nebbiolo creates wines with depth, structure, and exceptional aging potential.

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  • Bricco dell’Uccellone – Braida
    An iconic Barbera d’Asti that has redefined the grape variety. Full-bodied, fruit-driven, and with delicate oak spice, it is a modern classic from Piedmont
  • Darmagi – Angelo Gaja
    A pure Cabernet Sauvignon from Angelo Gaja that blends Bordeaux style with Piedmontese finesse. Expressive, refined, and full of character

Enjoy Sicilian wines with Mediterranean soul

Sicily benefits from an ideal combination of sun, volcanic soil, and sea breezes. The wines exhibit character, concentration, and aromatic depth. Nero d’Avola in particular symbolizes the island’s modern wine identity.

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Mille e una Notte – Donnafugata
A multi-layered red wine made from Nero d’Avola that combines power and finesse. It reflects the warmth and diversity of Sicily in every bottle

Discover Bolgheri as a coastal gem among wine regions

Bolgheri is located on the Tuscan coast and is renowned for elegant, complex wines made from international grape varieties. The maritime climate and poor soils create perfect conditions for long-lasting premium wines with international appeal.

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  • Sassicaia – Tenuta San Guido
    A legendary Cabernet blend with unmistakable elegance. Sassicaia was the first Italian wine to receive its own DOC and is highly esteemed worldwide
  • Ornellaia Superiore – Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
    A complex and stylish wine that embodies the essence of Bolgheri. Ornellaia stands for depth, precision, and prestige
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Vergani shopping benefit for wine lovers

With your American Express Platinum Card, enjoy up to CHF 100 shopping credit* per year at Vergani. The credit is automatically activated for purchases from CHF 150 in the webshop, in-store, or at the bar.

* The principal cardholder of an American Express Platinum Card issued by Swisscard AECS GmbH will receive a quarterly credit of CHF 25 which is paid into their card account, as long as they or the additional cardholder have paid for a purchase and/or a meal with a value of at least CHF 150 at Vergani with their American Express Platinum Card in a single transaction. This Shopping Benefit can be used for transactions in the Vergani webshop or in-store, and also applies to the consumption of food or drinks at the Armando’s by Vergani wine bar. Swisscard generally pays the credit into the principal cardholder’s card account within one week. This advantage applies from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026.

Frequently asked questions and answers

Some of the most famous Italian premium wines include Sassicaia, Tignanello, Solaia, Ornellaia, Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, and Amarone della Valpolicella. These wines come from renowned regions such as Tuscany, Piedmont, and Veneto and enjoy international prestige.

A high-quality Italian wine is characterized by a protected designation of origin (DOC/DOCG), clear vintage indication, a renowned winery, and typical grape variety expression. Ratings from wine critics, awards, and the producer’s reputation also provide important clues.

Barolo comes from Piedmont and is made from Nebbiolo. It is rich in tannins and suitable for long aging. Brunello di Montalcino originates in Tuscany and is based on Sangiovese. It appears more elegant but is equally structured. Amarone della Valpolicella is produced in Veneto from dried grapes, making it particularly powerful and high in alcohol.

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