Chianti Classico Sangiovese

Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Chianti Classico lies between Florence and Siena, where rolling hills, galestro shale, alberese limestone, and warm Tuscan sun shape savory, red-fruited wines. The best examples balance rustic charm with freshness.

Sangiovese, with possible native or international partners

Sangiovese provides sour cherry, red plum, tea, earth, and firm acidity. Small additions of other grapes can add color, softness, or spice, but the identity remains Sangiovese-driven.

Stony limestone and shale soils encourage acidity and aromatic tension. Fermentation and aging vary from stainless steel and large casks to smaller oak, influencing how savory or polished the final wine feels.

Expect sour cherry, red plum, violet, dried herbs, tomato leaf, and leather, especially in more traditional examples.

The black rooster seal identifies Chianti Classico and helps distinguish it from broader Chianti bottlings.