chianti classicoChianti Classico

It is produced in a zone of most ancient origin, in the province of Siena, inside the full territory of the communes of Castellina, Gaiole and Radda in Chianti and parts of the communes of Castelnuovo Berardenga and Poggibonsi; in the province of Firenze, in the full territory of the commune of Greve in Chianti and parts of the communes of Barberino Val d'Elsa, San Casciano and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.

It is made with Sangiovese grapes (75-100%) and eventually Canaiolo nero (maximum 10%), Trebbiano toscano and/or Malvasia del Chianti (maximum 6%) and other red grapes recommended and/or authorized by the local administration of every zone of production (maximum 15%).

To get the appellation Riserva the Chianti Classico must mature at least 2 years and then at least 3 months in bottles.

Alcohol By Volume: 12% and 12.5% for Riserva

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