Molise is one of Italy’s smallest and best-kept secrets. Tucked away between the Apennine mountains and the Adriatic Sea, it is a beautifully rugged and rural region. Because it is often overlooked in favour of its larger neighbours, Molise offers some truly brilliant and authentic wines that are a joy to explore.
The vineyards here benefit from high altitudes and cooling sea breezes, creating the perfect climate for fresh and flavourful grapes. The region is famous for Biferno, a fantastic red wine that is honest, easy-drinking, and packed with dark berry flavours—perfect for a relaxed evening. But the real star of the show is Tintilia. Once nearly forgotten, this native red grape has made a brilliant comeback. It produces deeply coloured, aromatic wines with notes of wild plum and a warming hint of spice. If you are looking for characterful wines that tell a genuine story of their landscape, Molise is a fantastic place to start.