Italy | Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna runs across the top of the Italian peninsula, south of the Po River, from the Adriatic Sea almost to the west coast. Its capital and largest city is Bologna. Emilia-Romagna is divided into two main sub-regions: Emilia and Romagna. Emilia is located in the western part of the region, and is known for its production of Lambrusco. Romagna is located in the eastern part of the region, and is known for its production of Sangiovese and Albana.

Tourists to the region will know Emilia-Romagna as a food mecca, led by the cities of Bologna, Modena, Reggiano, and Parma. The region is home to some of the most famous Italian dishes, and its cuisine is known for its hearty flavours and simple preparations. In the wine world, Emilia-Romagna is best known for the once wildly popular fizzy red wines made from Lambrusco, which are now making a comeback. The region’s primary grape varieties are Trebbiano, Lambrusco and Sangiovese.