By Courtney Cochran
Italian wines have long been some of the best buys in imported wine, and even with the dollar's relatively weak position vis à vis the Euro they continue to offer terrific value to domestic shoppers. To get a jump on the trend, read on for a list of some of my top picks in Italian vino, conveniently arranged by region. For purchasing information, visit
wine-searcher.com. Salute!
PiedmontThe gorgeously fog-draped vineyards of northwestern
Italy's Piedmont turn out some of the world's most sought-after reds,
particularly those crafted from the expressive Nebbiolo grape. Named
for the
nebbia (fog) so common in the region, the grape reaches
its finest expressions in reds from Barolo and Barbaresco, though
better value can be found in versions from lesser-known sub-regions.
To wit, the 2007 Elio Grasso "Gavarini" DOC Nebbiolo d'Alba ($25)
enchants with much of Barolo's power and finesse, for a fraction of the
price.
If you love Pinot (and all it's variations), then Pinot.com is the site for you. 
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