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The Wine Heart of Veneto

Located in north-eastern Italy, Veneto is celebrated as one of the country's most important wine centres. Its hills, vineyards and favourable climate provide optimal conditions for growing high quality grapes, resulting in wines with a unique character.

The history of Veneto wine has its roots in ancient Rome when Roman colonisers introduced the cultivation of vines on the hills of Veneto. However, it was in the Middle Ages that there was an increase in the production of Veneto wines, which soon became appreciated throughout Europe. One of the crucial moments in Veneto wine history is the birth of the famous Recioto wine, considered the forerunner of Amarone. The technique of drying the grapes, used to produce Recioto, later became a distinctive characteristic of Veneto wine production, giving rise to iconic wines such as Amarone della Valpolicella.

Over the centuries, the Veneto wine-making tradition has been handed down from generation to generation and supplemented with increasingly refined winemaking techniques and the adoption of oenological innovations.

Today, Veneto wineries, often run by families that have been cultivating vines for generations, have become true guardians of tradition, preserving ancient recipes and production secrets that give local wines a unique and unmistakable character.

From Garganega to Merlot: a journey through Veneto and international grape varieties

The Veneto region, rich in landscape and climatic diversity, is home to many native and international grape varieties that give its wines a distinctive and unique character. Among the most renowned local grape varieties is Garganega, the undisputed star of the famous white wine Soave, appreciated for its freshness, balanced acidity and fruity aromas. Corvina, on the other hand, stands out among the red grape varieties, contributing to the production of iconic wines such as Amarone della Valpolicella, with its intense notes of ripe fruit, spices and robust structure. Other noteworthy local grape varieties include Molinara, used in blends with Corvina and Rondinella, and Prosecco, based mainly on the Glera variety, which produces fresh and sparkling sparkling wines. In addition to native grape varieties, the Veneto also hosts international varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio, which have adapted perfectly to the local terroir, further enriching the oenological diversity of the region. Thanks to this wealth of grape varieties, the Veneto offers an extraordinary variety of wines that satisfy every taste and palate, making the region an essential destination for lovers of good wine.

What are the wines of Veneto?

Today, the Veneto region boasts an extremely diversified and high quality wine production, with a wide range of typical Veneto wines ranging from reds to whites to sparkling wines.

Among the Veneto's white wine varieties are Soave and Pinot Grigio, renowned for their freshness, lively acidity and fruity aromas that evoke the scents of the Veneto landscapes. These white wines stand out for their versatility and how they go with fish dishes, light appetisers or vegetable-based first courses. Another white wine from Veneto is Lugana: fresh and lively, it is characterised by notes of white fruit, citrus fruits and a pleasant minerality.

Moving on to the fine red wines of Veneto, Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG and Valpolicella DOC represent the pinnacle of Veneto wine excellence, with their intense notes of ripe fruit, enveloping spices and soft tannins. Perfect for pairing with red meat dishes, mature cheeses or traditional Veneto dishes, these red wines tell stories of passion and dedication handed down from generation to generation. Also deserving of special mention is Bardolino, a light and lively red wine characterised by notes of fresh fruit, soft tannins and pleasant acidity, produced in the area around Lake Garda.

Finally, sparkling wines from the Veneto region, especially Prosecco, enchant with their lively perlage, delicate floral aromas and irresistible freshness . Ideal for festive toasts or elegant aperitifs, these sparkling wines bring joy and good humour to any occasion.

On xtraWine you can find a wide selection of the best wines from the Veneto region with proposals ranging from red wines such as the Riondo Valpolicella Ripasso 2020 and the Pietro Sartori Amarone della Valpolicella Dedicated to xtraWine 2018, to white wines such as the Azienda Agricola Santa Cristina Lugana 2022, to sparkling wines such as the Astoria Valdobbiadene Cartizze Superiore Arzanà Dry and Marsuret Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Il Soller Extra Dry.