Chianti Red Wine

The Sangiovese grape variety is temperamental and rarely reaches maturity in unfavorable weather. Chianti red wine is divided into several varieties based on its ageing period:

1. Chianti - young, light wines aged for 5-6 months with a fruity taste not intended for long-term storage.
2. Chianti Superiore - denser texture and higher alcohol content than Chianti, aged for 12 months.
3. Chianti Classico - a traditional wine made only from Sangiovese, aged for one year.
4. Chianti Riserva - the highest quality wine made from grapes grown in limited-yield areas, aged in oak barrels for over 2 years, with a strength of 12-14%.

Chianti red wine has cherry and woody notes with hints of forest berries, sweet tobacco, spices, coffee, violets, and dried herbs. The wine has a good level of acidity, making the taste tart instead of sugary. The aroma of Chianti is a combination of red fruit and pepper.

Chianti red wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with richly flavored dishes. Young Chianti wines are best tasted without gastronomic accompaniment or with light snacks, while aged Chianti wines complement red meat, grilled vegetables, dense fish, pasta, and pizza. The ideal serving temperature for young Chianti wine is 14-18 degrees, and for aged Chianti wine, it is 18-20 degrees. When ordering Chianti red wine, select the necessary category in our catalog with a wide selection of wines and buy a drink through our service at decent prices. Choose the best wine for yourself and experience the taste of Italy with "Vi.Wine".