Use our region glossary to trace terroir, climate, and quintessential styles across the wine world.
Denmark (WA) is a small, cool-climate wine locality on the southern coast of Western Australia, within the Great Southern zone. Influenced by strong maritime winds and a long, cool growing season, the area has developed a reputation for elegant, finely textured wines rather than high-alcohol power.… Read more
Dogliani, a small but renowned appellation in the heart of the Piedmontese Langhe, is best known as the spiritual home of Dolcetto. Formerly labeled Dolcetto di Dogliani, the zone earned DOCG status in 2005, recognizing wines that range from lively, fruit-driven early releases to more structured, ag… Read more
Douro, in northeastern Portugal, is one of the world’s most dramatic and historic wine regions, carved into steep terraces along the Douro River. Best known as the birthplace of Port, the region also produces increasingly acclaimed dry red and white wines. Viticulture here dates back centuries, with… Read more
Drăgășani, in southern Romania's Oltenia region along the Olt River, is a historic wine area with viticulture dating back to antiquity. The region combines traditional local varieties with international plantings, producing approachable, fruit-driven wines and more structured bottlings from older vi… Read more
Located in the northeastern corner of Greek Macedonia, Drama is a premier wine region that underwent a significant renaissance in the late 20th century. Unlike many traditional Greek regions, Drama gained international fame through its successful integration of French varieties, pioneered by visiona… Read more
Eger is a historic wine region in northern Hungary, sitting on the northern slopes between the Bükk and Mátra mountain ranges. Best known for the traditional blended red Egri Bikavér (Bull's Blood), the region combines centuries-old winemaking with modern revitalization—newer projects emphasize fres… Read more
Elba is a small but distinct wine-producing island off the Tuscan coast, part of the Arcipelago Toscano. Winemaking traces back to Etruscan and Roman times; modern vine cultivation combines tradition with influences from mainland Tuscany. Wines range from crisp, saline whites to bright, moderate red… Read more
Emilia-Romagna, nestled in the heart of Italy, is a region renowned for its vibrant culinary scene and equally compelling wines. Stretching from the Adriatic coast inland, it's a land of fertile plains and rolling hills. Historically, the region has focused on producing approachable, food-friendly w… Read more
Empordà, in Girona on Catalonia's northeastern Mediterranean coast, combines ancient winemaking roots with modern creativity. Vineyards cluster between the historic Greek-Roman site of Empúries and the rugged Costa Brava, producing lively, saline whites and aromatic rosés as well as Mediterranean re… Read more
England has emerged over the past few decades as a dynamic wine region, best known for high-quality sparkling wines made by the traditional method. Vineyards cluster mainly in the south and southeast — Hampshire, Sussex, Kent and parts of Cornwall and Essex — where producers have capitalized on cool… Read more
Estremadura (often written Estremadura VR or historic Estremadura province) lies on Portugal's west coast around Lisbon and stretches inland across plains and low hills. The region combines strong Atlantic influence with warm, dry summers, producing wines that range from fresh, aromatic whites to ro… Read more
Etna, on the northeastern flank of Sicily's Mount Etna, is a high‑altitude, volcanic wine region known for energetic, terroir-driven wines. Vineyards cling to steep terraces and gullies from about 400 to over 1,000 meters elevation, producing wines with vivid acidity, red fruit purity and pronounced… Read more
