Chianti

Chianti is one of Italy's most recognisable wines, but many people don't realise that Chianti and Chianti Classico are not the same thing.

Chianti Classico comes exclusively from the historic heart of the Chianti region, situated between Florence and Siena.

Chianti is a bold red wine characterised by vibrant acidity, ripe red cherries and spice.

I recently visited Savignola Winery and their Ora is a Chianti Classico DOCG is a must to try if you get the chance.

In 1950s and 1960s, Paolina was the first woman in Chianti to package her Riserva in Bordeaux-style bottles.

Encompassing approximately 130 hectares, Fontodi’s vineyards are at a range of altitudes and with various soil types - an ideal terroir for producing Sangiovese, the quintessential grape variety of Chianti.