Chianti Classico Wine Region

 

Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy as a Wine Region

Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, Umbria
- Other Italy Lombardy Home of the fashion capital of Milan, Lombardy is not quite Italy's capital of wine. It is, however, home to a few wines worth noting. Most vineyards are far north, far south or far east. First, in the south, the sparkling wine Franciacorta – this sparkling wine is made in the methode champagnoise and the better wineries produce wine that can hold it's own in a quality bubbly line up. Lugana, a pleasant, white wine made from Trebbiano, comes from Lombardy as well. Lean reds from the Nebbiolo grape are made further up in the Valtelliana region, near the Alps. Emilia-Romagna The region of Emilia-Romagna is better known for its food rather than wine. Most of the wine coming from this region is the red, slightly-fizzy Lambrusco. It's high in acid and best drunk young. The white coming out of the region is mostly Albana di Romagna. Made from the albana grape, it's typically dry and pleasant, although not found often. Umbria Talk about being in the center of things… the land-locked region of Umbria is smack dab in the middle of the country. The most familiar white wine of the region is Orvieto, named for the medieval Etruscan town. It's a Trebbiano-based wine with good fruit flavors and high acid. Originally a sweet wine, most Orvietos are now dry. Red wine from Umbria includes Torgiano and Montefalco - Torgiano made from the grapes of Chianti, while Montefalco uses the native sagrantino grape, making big and bold reds.

Italy as a Wine Country

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A little ditty about Italy... This country has about as many wines as its had governments. With 20 different regions, hundreds of DOCs and even more indigenous varieties, the amount of wine made in Italy is mind-boggling. Most o the juice, however, remains in the country for thirsty Italians. Wine is food in Italy and its rare that a meal is consumed without a glass of vino. That said, it's not common to find many folks drinking wine without food either. In turn, it's a match, and a mighty good one at that. In fact, it's safe to say that Italian wine is a foodie wine – one that goes on the table for a myraid of meals.
For regions, the most popular are Tuscany (home of Chianti), Piedmont and the Tre-Venezie, which includes Veneto, Trentino Alto-Adige and Friuli. Other communes of note are in Southern Italy, and a few good wines are made elsewhere in the country. The islands of Sardinia and Sicily are members of the Italian winemaking community as well.



Wineries in Chianti Classico

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Chianti Classico

Winery in Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Castello di Volpaia

Winery in Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

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Gabbiano

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Machiavelli

Winery in Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Wines from Chianti Classico Region

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2004 Chianti Classico Riserva, Castello di Volpaia

Volpaia is the touchstone by which all other Tuscan wines are judged. There's a refine..
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20.00
2006 Chianti Classico, Castello di Volpaia

Volpaia is the touchstone by which all other Tuscan wines are judged. There's a refine..
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14.00
2005 Chianti Classico Riserva, Castello di Volpaia

Volpaia is the touchstone by which all other Tuscan wines are judged. There's a refine..
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18.00
2006 Chianti Classico, Tenuta Fontodi,

A 70 hectare estate situated near Panzano. The Manetti family have owned this estate since..
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19.00
Chianti Classico San Leonino 2006 Tenimenti Angelini

From densely planted vineyards on a perfect south-easterly slope near the village of San L..
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9.99
Chianti Classico 2004 Castello di Fonterutoli

2004 was an excellent vintage in Tuscany, this historic estate produces this blend of 80% ..
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30.00
Chianti Classico 'Pieve di Spaltenna'

Cherry, spice and all things nice are the hallmarks of this delectably drinkable Chianti...
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12.00
Chianti Classico 'Il Tarocco'

Fabulous Chianti Classico from a forward looking, modern winery...
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12.00
2004 Chianti Classico

Recognized in 'Gambero Rosso' 'Vini d'Italia'. The superb combination ..
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11.00
2003 Chianti Classico Riserva

The most highly rated Riserva Chianti in Gambero Rosso, Vini d'Italia. Full deep ruby ..
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14.00
2004 Chianti Classico

Ruby red with inky tints. Super mature chunky plums with vanilla oaky tones. Mouthwatering..
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11.00
Chianti Classico 2006

Style: Full bodied Grape variety: Sangiovese Country of origin: Italy Closure: Natural cor..
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65.00
Fattorie Melini Vin Santo del Chianti Classico "Occhio di Pernice"

Deep rich amber colour. Rich and concentrated bouquet of exceptional complexity, with hint..
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23.64
Machiavelli Chianti Classico Riserva "Fontalle"

Vigna di Fontalle Classico Riserva has a vivid, purple red colour and a rich, intense bouq..
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13.46
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1 Trentino Chardonnay 2008: A scrumptious, lip-smackingly fresh style of Chardonnay from t..
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42.00
Chianti Classico 1959 Saccardi

This lovely Chianti Classico from the outstanding 1959 vintage was bottled for the Ritz Ho..
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190.00
Chianti Classico 1984 Ricasoli

This Italian red wine is shipped in a silk lined hinged presentation box with four wine ac..
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30.00
Chianti Classico 1980 Vigneti La Selvanella

This Italian red wine is shipped in a silk lined hinged presentation box with four wine ac..
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21.00
Chianti Classico Santa Cristina 1964 Antorini

From the outstanding 1964 vintage this lovely red wine is medium sweet with a good body ..
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100.00
Brolio Riserva 1971 Chianti Classico Barone Ricasoli

From the excellent 1971 vintage this wonderful red wine is dark in colour with tobacco M..
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110.00


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