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Colli d'Imola DOC

A catch-all DOC for the strip of hills between the Bologna and Faenza zones, allowing almost every grape grown in the area. In practice it's used for Sangiovese, Cabernet blends and Chardonnay from estates that want a local name rather than the broad Romagna DOC. Expect medium-weight reds with sour cherry, plum and modest oak, and clean, unremarkable whites. Tre Monti and Tenuta Nasano are the main names.

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Tre Monti
Colli d'Imola Rosso Boldo
Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese blend from Imola's top estate; blackcurrant, cherry, soft tannin, Polaner import.
$20 to $28Wine-Searcher
Tre Monti
Colli d'Imola Chardonnay Ciardo
Unoaked, lees-aged Chardonnay; yellow apple, hazelnut, medium body and a clean finish.
$18 to $24Wine-Searcher
Tenuta Nasano
Colli d'Imola Cabernet Sauvignon
Small family estate at Riolo Terme; ripe cassis and cedar with a rustic edge.
$18 to $25Wine-Searcher