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Sangiovese
The soul of Italy
Grape Details
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Aging Potential
5-20+ years for Brunello and Riserva wines
Origins
Tuscany, Italy (possibly Etruscan origin)
Food pairings
Pasta with tomato saucePizzaGrilled meatsHard Italian cheeses
About the Grape
Sangiovese
"The soul of Italy"
Sangiovese is Italy's most planted grape, defining Chianti, Brunello, and countless other Tuscan wines. Its high acidity and firm tannins make it perfect with food, while its cherry and herbal notes speak of the Italian terroir.
Flavor Profile
Sour cherry
defining
Dried herbs
prominent
Leather
prominent
Earth
subtle
High acidity
defining
Where It Shines
Chianti Classico, Italy
Medium body, cherry, fresh
Montalcino, Italy
Powerful Brunello, age-worthy
Montepulciano, Italy
Elegant Vino Nobile, refined
Argentina
Ripe, fruit-forward, modern