Colli d'Imola is a geographical indication (or "denomination") for wines grown in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It was granted Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) status in 1997. The DOC covers red, white and rosé wines, as well as a traditional-method spumante.
The production zone covers the slopes between the Via Emilia and Appennino foothills, named after the modest Colle di Casale hill in Imola, a town within the province of Bologna. The terrain here drops down from the Apennine mountains to the Padana plain.
The wines produced under this DOC include: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. They are commonly characterized by their refinement, elegance and taste. It is an area rich in vineyards, agricultural lands and has a favorable climate for the viticulture. The soil here is primarily composed of silt-clay darkened by the fairly high content of organic substances.
The wineries also offer “frizzante” (semi-sparkling) wines, sparkling wines, passito wines (Italian wine style made from dried grapes), and novello wines (similar to the French Beaujolais nouveau). Besides wines, the region is also known for its traditional food that pairs well with the wines.
