Albana is the quintessential white wine of Romagna, produced there exclusively and according to long-standing tradition. It was the first white wine in Italy to receive DOCG recognition in 1987.
Albana di Romagna DOCG must be made from vineyards composed of at least 95% Albana grapes, while the remaining 5% may consist of other white grape varieties authorized for cultivation in Emilia-Romagna. The designation DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita – Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin) certifies the wine’s quality, authenticity, and connection to its territory, ensuring compliance with strict production regulations.
Albana, best known in its sweet and passito versions, can also be enjoyed as a dry wine.
It displays a straw-yellow color that tends toward golden hues in aged versions. Depending on the production area, floral or fruity aromas emerge, making Albana a surprisingly versatile wine: sweet and intense in the passito styles, dry and full-bodied in the younger versions.
Thanks to its elegance and personality, Albana pairs perfectly with dishes of Romagnol cuisine, aged cheeses, and desserts, confirming its status as a symbol of the region’s winemaking tradition and culture.
