Italy's largest wine-producing region by volume. It produces diverse wines including the globally beloved Prosecco, the powerful Amarone made using the appassimento drying technique, and fresh Soave. With Venice as its capital, the region seamlessly blends rich culinary culture with wine.
Climate / Soil
- Climate
- Transitional from continental to Mediterranean climate
- Soil
- 火山性土壌, Alluvial soil, Limestone, Clay
Appellations
- Prosecco DOCG
- Amarone della Valpolicella
- Soave
- Valpolicella
- Bardolino
History
Winemaking dates back to ancient Roman times, and during the Venetian Republic era, the wine industry developed as the region became a Mediterranean trade hub. In the 20th century, Prosecco gained worldwide popularity, establishing the region as a major force in modern Italian wine.
Sommelier Note
Veneto's charm lies in its diversity. Prosecco for aperitivo, Amarone for special occasions, Valpolicella for everyday meals. It's rare to find such different styles from the same region. Decant Amarone and enjoy it slowly.