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Calabria Wine Region Guide

Discover Calabria: Unveil the Untamed - Where Rare Grapes and Ancient Traditions Thrive

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Last updated: July 30, 2024

Introduction

Calabria in southern Italy is a world apart from Tuscany. If you’re seeking a unique, authentic, and non-touristy wine region, you’ve come to the right place.

Yet it is a fascinating destination nonetheless. Calabria’s beautiful vineyards, isolated, rural, and relatively unknown, host several rare and indigenous grape varieties. These include the noble Gaglioppo, Greco Nero, and other viticultural wonders scarcely seen elsewhere. Indeed, this is arguably the least globalized and homogenized part of Italy, with a dynamic food scene, spectacular landscapes, and delectable wines.

Meanwhile, the gorgeous Tyrrhenian coastline is one of the most underrated attractions in southern Italy, and so are its three national parks, which are blissfully free of tourists. And yes, you will spot some Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc nestled in the hills of Calabria. But there is far more excitement to be found in this wild, untamed region’s highly original grapes and flavors.

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