Use our region glossary to trace terroir, climate, and quintessential styles across the wine world.
Abruzzo, on Italy’s central east coast between the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea, is a region of dramatic landscapes and resilient traditional viticulture. Long known for generous, food-friendly Montepulciano d'Abruzzo reds, the region also produces crisp whites and lively rosés. Vineyards range fr… Read more
The Aegean Islands (Greece) are a dispersed, maritime wine region encompassing Cyclades, Dodecanese and other islands such as Samos, Chios and Lesbos. Viticulture here is shaped by small, often family-run vineyards on rocky islets and steep terraces. Wines range from the dry, mineral whites of Santo… Read more
Alba sits in the heart of Piedmont's Langhe hills, a historic market town whose hinterland produces some of Italy's most prized wines. The area combines centuries-old viticultural traditions with modern winemaking: elegant, ageworthy Nebbiolo expressions from nearby Barolo and Barbaresco communes, s… Read more
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Alella DO sits on the coastal hills just northeast of Barcelona in Catalonia, one of Spain's smallest and oldest appellations. Vineyards cling to terraces and small plots above the Mediterranean, producing primarily fresh, mineral-driven wines that reflect maritime influence and local tradition. His… Read more
Alentejo in southern Portugal is a vast, sun-drenched wine region known for broad plains, cork oak 'montado' landscapes and a long history of viticulture that balances tradition and modern winemaking. Wines are generally ripe, generous and approachable, reflecting hot summers and warm nights that gi… Read more
Alicante, on Spain’s southeastern Mediterranean coast within the Valencian Community, is a historic wine region known for robust, sun‑ripe reds, bright rosés and unique sweet and oxidative specialties. Vineyards take advantage of intense sunlight and long growing seasons to produce concentrated Mona… Read more
Alsace, in northeastern France along the Rhine and the eastern foothills of the Vosges, is a distinct, historically German-influenced region best known for crisp, aromatic white wines. Producers emphasize varietal expression and dry styles — notably Riesling — alongside richer examples like Gewürztr… Read more
Alto Adige (South Tyrol) sits at Italy's northernmost wine frontier, tucked between the Alps and the Adige River. A bilingual, alpine-influenced region, it has built a reputation for precise, high-acidity wines that reflect vineyard altitude and microclimates. Winemaking blends long local traditions… Read more
Amarone della Valpolicella is a distinctive, powerful red wine from the Valpolicella zone north of Verona in Veneto, Italy. Born from the local tradition of drying grapes (appassimento) to concentrate sugars and flavors, Amarone is typically a dry, high-alcohol, full-bodied wine with intense dark-fr… Read more
Andalusia in southern Spain is the cradle of Spain’s most internationally renowned fortified wines, centered on the Jerez-Xérès-Sherry and Montilla-Moriles DOs. Historic trade links with Britain shaped production and styles: pale, bone-dry Finos aged under flor; amber Amontillados; darker Olorosos;… Read more
Anjou is a historic subregion of the Loire Valley centred on the town of Angers in western France. Long respected for its versatility, Anjou produces everything from crisp, mineral-driven Chenin Blanc to delicate sweet wines and approachable red and rosé wines. The appellation includes notable secto… Read more
