Wines of Liguria: The best wines from Liguria are on sale at xtraWine!

Liguria, a small wine region in north-western Italy, boasts a very ancient wine production: it was the Greeks who colonized the region and instructed the indigenous populations about production techniques. With the advent of the Romans, there was an increase in production quality that had its most flourishing period during the Middle Ages. The Ligurian territory is characterized by slopes and differences in height with the presence of vineyards perched on the sea, to the point that cultivating vines becomes a real enterprise: the vineyards, in fact, are built on terraces supported by stone walls. Ligurian viticulture is characterized by white grape varieties with a massive cultivation of Vermentino, followed by Pigato, Albarola, Rossese, Sangiovese, and Bianchetta. Although there are no Ligurian DOCG wines, xtraWine's catalogue offers great Ligurian DOC wines such as Colli Luini, Cinque Terre, Riviera Ligure di Ponente, from which a precious dry white wine made from pigato grapes is produced, Rossese di Dolceacqua, one of the best Ligurian red wines. Among the proposals available on xtraWine, you can choose Ligurian wines dating back to the best vintages such as those of 2016 and 2017 produced by important producers such as Arrigoni, Lunae Bosoni, and Ka Mancine. The Ligurian white wines and red wines offered by xtraWine are ideal for accompanying your dishes based on meat, shellfish, and even game, enhancing their flavor.

The typicality of the wines of Liguria

The region of Liguria, located in the picturesque setting of north-western Italy, is known for its wines characterised by great typicality and a deep connection to rural traditions. Ligurian winegrowers, with great dedication and passion, cultivate vines on steep terraces that extend over the fascinating coastal hillsides, resulting in unique and inimitable wines.

The emotions of the territory in a goblet

Liguria offers a variety of wines that manage to capture the emotions and beauty of its maritime landscapes. Among the protagonists of the tastings are the Ligurian Vermentino, produced in the Colli di Luni in the eastern coastal area, characterised by floral notes, citrus fruits and aromatic herbs, with a seawater aftertaste. No less fascinating is Pigato, cultivated in the Riviera di Ponente, which is characterised by an aromatic profile similar to Vermentino but with a unique personality. Cinqueterre Bianco, a true oenological jewel, is obtained from indigenous vines found only in this area and offers a refined complexity of flavours and aromas.

Oenological treasures and heroic viticulture

Wine production in Liguria is a heroic and courageous enterprise. Winegrowers work tenaciously on steep terraces, often directly overlooking the sea, where mechanisation is impossible.Sustainable agriculture is a priority to preserve the ecosystem and the priceless beauty of these unique settings. The vineyards, scattered in small plots, cover a total of just over 2,000 hectares. Approximately two-thirds of the wineries own less than 1 hectare of vineyards, which testifies to the small size of local production. However, the fragmentation of the vineyards, due to the slopes and the irregular conformation of the hills, only enhances the preciousness of the wines that are born in this region.

Liguria: a table of authentic flavours

Ligurian wines enhance the typical cuisine of the region, offering a symphony of flavours and aromas in harmony with the local culinary tradition. Vermentino and Pigato prove excellent companions for seafood dishes, such as Cappon magro, a delicious fish and vegetable salad. These wines also go wonderfully with trenette al pesto and Ligurian-style sea bass, enriching the meal with fresh and aromatic notes. The Cinque Terre Bianco, with its aromaticity and freshness, is perfect with shellfish and salted anchovies, enhancing their most genuine flavours.

The Ligurian reds, characterised by a fresh, Mediterranean profile, go splendidly with earthy dishes. Rossese di Dolceacqua, produced from the vine of the same name, is one of the most famous appellations and is distinguished by its elegance and liveliness. Other grape varieties such as Vermentino Nero, Granaccia, Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese, Barbera andOrmeasco enrich the range of Ligurian reds, providing unique and surprising sensory experiences.

The food and wine journey in Liguria is completed with Schiacchetrà, a sweet and concentrated wine, ideal to accompany typical desserts such as torta sacripantina, amaretti or panforte. These wines represent just a few of the many expressions of a land kissed by the sun and pervaded by millennial wine-making traditions.

Explore the world of Ligurian wines on XtraWine

If you wish to discover the excellence of Ligurian wines, we invite you to visit XtraWine, the online wine shop that offers a wide selection of Ligurian wines for sale at competitive prices. Here you can find labels from the region's most authentic and renowned wineries, as well as small, typical productions from artisan producers. Choose the wine that best suits your tastes and special occasions and immerse yourself in the precious wine traditions of Liguria.

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Country name Italy
History Already 2000 years ago the region comprising the present Piedmont and Lombardy was inhabited by the Ligurians. Also Turin (from the Latin 'Augusta Taurinorum') belonged to Liguria, under the control of the Romans. In Liguria, the rational cultivation of the vine is due to the Focesi, which already in the sixth century. B.C. founded several cities on the shores of the Mediterranean, including Marseilles. A few centuries later, the Roman conquest undoubtedly led to a qualitative improvement of production: in Liguria, the Romans produced the Lunense and Corneliae, coming from Corniglia, one of the "cinque terre", and Pliny the Elder recognized the Ligurian license expert winemakers. After the dark ages of the barbarian invasions, to find a better outline of the Ligurian viticulture we need to come to the Middle Ages: the vine is now almost everywhere and the wines of the Cinque Terre, the Riviera di Ponente and the spezzino begin to excel.
Perc hill 65
Perc plain 35
Soil and climate The climate is mild thanks to the sea breezes that cool in summer and mitigate in winter and to the mountain ranges that protect the coast from the cold northern winds. This climate is ideal for evergreen vegetation, such as maritime pine, olive, palm trees, cypress trees and laurel.
Surface area 5420
Typical dishes The core of Ligurian gastronomy is its agricultural production, which emphasises extra virgin olive oil, particularly the Ligurian Riviera PDO and its sub-areas, vegetables, particularly tomatoes and courgettes, Badalucco beans, and Aveto potatoes. Pesto is also very commonly used and is a typical condiment. Seasoned trofie, made with water and flour, and Genoese ravioli are also part of the cuisine. However, being region that while those of fish require a marine seasoning.As a location with a large coastline area, it offers a mastery of fish recipes that is unrivaled in the country.
Typical products The Ligurian output is modest, yet distinctive and deserving of attention.  Vermentino (also known as Pigato in Italy) and Malvasia are widely grown grapes. The region is known for its white Albarola, Wood, and Buzzetto grapes. These grapes produce most of the wine from this Region, which tends to be white wine. Cinque Terre is an excellent white wine to pair with seafood. Scicchetrà makes the liqueur variant. The most renowned wine of Liguria, however, is Rossesse, which is produced in both Dolceacqua, near the French border, and Albenga, near Genoa. Unlike everything made in the west along the coast of the Maritime Alps, the Rossese may be exceptionally fresh, aromatic and pleasant, with a note of ripe fruit or berries reminiscent of Bordeaux. And, unlike the most well-known Northwest wines, it does not require aging.