Italian viticulture

Italian viticulture is the cultivation of grapevines for wine production across Italy's diverse landscapes. It features a wide variety of grape types, shaped by regional climates and soils, which give Italian wines their unique flavors and qualities. Countries like Tuscany, Piedmont, and Veneto excel in specific styles, such as Chianti, Barolo, and Amarone. Italian viticulture emphasizes traditional practices, sustainable techniques, and careful vineyard management to produce high-quality wines that reflect their local terroir— the environment’s influence on the grapes. This rich heritage makes Italy one of the world's leading and most diverse wine-producing countries.