Italy’s wine heritage includes diverse, celebrated varieties like Barolo, Chianti, and Prosecco. Other notable wines are Brunello di Montalcino and Pinot Grigio. Each reflects the unique characteristics of its region, making Italian wines distinctive experiences. Many movies have featured Italian wine , such as the latest Netflix movie "Jay Kelly" featuring the award winning wine region of Brunello di Montalcino. Other films include "As long as there is Prosecco, there is Hope" from 2017 set in the Veneto region and "From the Vine" from 2019 set in the vineyards for Basilicata. Travel to Italy with *The Sommelier's Crime*, featuring talented actors Lambert Wilson and Monica Bellucci; set in the heart of Northern Italy’s vineyards, specifically in the Trento wine region, with a special focus on Marzemino wine.
Jay Kelly - set in Tuscany
The Netflix film “Jay Kelly," set for release in 2025, features a pool party scene with Brunello di Montalcino as the highlighted wine, shot in stunning locations like Val d'Orcia and Maremma. A segment directed by Noah Baumbach was filmed at the historic Tenuta di Argiano, renowned for its award-winning wine and picturesque Renaissance villa. In May, the estate hosted the film crew, surprising visitors with the presence of Hollywood stars. James Valentino, general manager of Relais at Argiano, noted the rewarding yet challenging experience. Most of the filming took place at a transformed pool-restaurant, where Brunello impressed the director, also enthusiastic about the wine off camera. Stars like George Clooney and Adam Sandler explored the villa, once frequented by Nobel Laureate Giosuè Carducci, who praised Argiano wine. The visit included a tour of the estate’s historic cellar and art collection, leaving the guests impressed and promising to return for leisure.
Finché c’è prosecco c’è speranza (2017) - As Long as There's Prosecco, There's Hope
The film, directed by Antonio Padovan and based on Fulvio Ervas's novel, is set in the vineyards of the Veneto hills. Giuseppe Battiston stars as Inspector Stucky, who investigates a series of murders following the suspicious death of Count Ancillotto (Rade Šerbedžija), a proud advocate of organic Prosecco production.
As Stucky delves into the case, he faces two additional murders, emphasizing the film's themes around the Prosecco wine industry and environmental issues. "The Last Prosecco" explores the conflict between greed and respect for the land, illustrating the struggle between those who exploit the environment and those who protect it. Prosecco, a lively white Italian wine with fruity and floral notes, is central to the story, particularly the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco, recognized as a prestigious DOCG area in the Veneto region.
"From the Vine" (2019)
"From the Vine" (2019) tells the story of a man who revives his grandfather's vineyard in Basilicata, focusing on Aglianico wine. The film follows Marco Gentile, an executive portrayed by Joe Pantoliano, as he leaves his hectic life in Toronto to return to his childhood home in Italy. Along with several locals, he works to rejuvenate an old vineyard and produce wine. The warm welcomes he receives from the residents of Acerenza are some of the most memorable aspects of this enchanting place. All the Italian scenes were filmed in Acerenza, Basilicata. Directed by Sean Cisterna, "From the Vine" is a Canadian drama based on the novel "Finding Marco" by Kenneth Canio Cancellara. Featuring Aglianico, a full-bodied red wine, is primarily produced in Southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Basilicata. The wine that has put Basilicata on the map is a forceful red called Aglianico del Vulture. Aglianico is the name of the variety, Vulture is an extinct volcano in the north of the region.
The Sommelier's Crime (2016): Italian Wine Drama
Travel to Italy with *The Sommelier's Crime*, featuring talented actors Lambert Wilson and Monica Bellucci. The film is set in the heart of Northern Italy’s vineyards, specifically in the Trento wine region, with a special focus on Marzemino wine. Plot Summary: Giovanni Cuttin's life takes a dramatic turn after he tastes Marzemino, a wine from the Trento region. This exquisite nectar, praised by Lorenzo da Ponte in his libretto for Mozart's *Don Giovanni*, completely transforms Giovanni, a humble and shy bank employee, into a devoted husband and Italy’s greatest sommelier. As predicted by the enigmatic "Professore" who encouraged him to try the wine, Giovanni’s professional career flourishes and so do his romantic escapades.
However, everything changes when his wife, Adèle, is murdered, making Giovanni the prime suspect in the eyes of Commissioner Sanfelice. What transpired over the past three years? Is Giovanni truly the murderer? The investigation seeks to logically unravel the events, but the facts are hard to interpret, blurring the line between reality and fantasy.
Marzemino is a red Italian wine grape variety primarily grown around Isera, in the southern part of Trentino.
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