Grape · Red
Chianti Blend
Warm climate
Typical Blend
About
Sangiovese dominates (minimum 80% in Chianti Classico), with Canaiolo adding softness and Colorino contributing color. Modern Chianti may also include small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
Typical profile
Body
Moderate
Tannins
Integrated
Acidity
Bright
Sweetness
Dry
Aromas
What the grape gives up young, and what it grows into with time in bottle.
Aged · develops with bottle time
Oak influence
Common
Aging
Chianti Classico: 5-10 years. Riserva and Gran Selezione: 10-20 years.
Growing regions
How the grape expresses across places, grouped by country. Chips call out how a region's style deviates from the grape's default.
Food pairings
pasta with ragugrilled vegetablespizzapecorino