In the past decade, Americans have come to recognize the quality of Italian wines. They are the top imported wines in the United States.
Italian reds range in complexity from simple to very sophisticated.
Your wine shop is your best guide for which wine to choose. Some red wines are light, fruity and simple and may be enjoyed while young. Others are full-bodied and complex and develop their finest flavor when they have been aged. How long a wine should be aged varies from one type to another. In general, full-bodied wines need more aging, and stay at their peak for a longer time.