Navarra might fall in the shadow of its big sister, Rioja, but this Spanish region, with a vinous pedigree dating back to the Middle Ages, has its sights set on building a reputation for great winemaking.
It's still red wines that captivate Australian wine drinkers - reigning king shiraz, seductive pinot noir, out-of-favour cabernet sauvignon and the up-and-comers, including nebbiolo, sangiovese and tempranillo.
Sicilian wine is being given a makeover. In the region's west, winemakers are refining sweet wines and branching out into premium table wines. But for all the modern practices being employed, some things remain traditional.