Sangiovese is Italy's most important red wine grape, primarily grown in Tuscany. It is the principal grape in Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, producing wines with distinctive character and aging potential.
Flavors & Aromas
Cherry, plum, and dried fruit with herbal notes, tobacco, leather, and earthy undertones. Wines often display bright acidity and firm tannins.
Winemaking & Aging
Medium to full-bodied with high acidity and moderate to high tannins. Sangiovese ages well, developing complexity over 5-20+ years depending on the wine's structure and quality level. Best expressed in traditional Tuscan styles with food pairing in mind.
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