A term most commonly used for wines from the original, classic part of a DOC(G) region. In most cases, these types have stricter condition, for example a higher alcohol content.
Did you know?
That Italy in 2011 was the worlds largest wine producer?
Calabria has a long and proud history of winemaking. Legend has it that the vineyards which covered the coastal hills of the region inspired the ancient Greeks to mint their coins with the title 'Oenotria', the land of wine.