Chianti Classico DOCG is a radiant red wine with a rich bouquet of ripe red fruits and spices. The wine is medium to full-bodied with a balanced acidity that enhances its freshness. The taste is harmonious, dry, and characteristically tannic, becoming softer and velvety with aging.

History

The history of Chianti Classico DOCG dates back to the 18th century. It was initially defined by the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo III de' Medici, in 1716 as one of the first wine-producing areas in the world. The term 'Classico' was introduced in 1996 to distinguish the original Chianti region from the expanded Chianti production area.

Geographical Production Area

The Chianti Classico DOCG wine is produced in Tuscany, specifically in the provinces of Florence and Siena. The area's unique climate, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters, coupled with its chalky-clay soil, creates the ideal conditions for producing this unique and powerful red wine.